How many syllables in “hosts”?
syllable in "hosts"
Word details
Syllables
1
hosts
Letters
5
h · o · s · t · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hosts”
The word “hosts” contains 1 syllable, divided as hosts. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hosts" have?
"hosts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hosts" into syllables?
"hosts" is divided into syllables as: hosts.
What is the Scrabble score for "hosts"?
The Scrabble score for "hosts" is 8 points.
Using “hosts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hosts" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hosts” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “hosts”
The letters in “hosts” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: shots, soths.