How many syllables in “hotel”?
syllables in "hotel"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · tel
Letters
5
h · o · t · e · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “hotel”
The word “hotel” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · tel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hotel" have?
"hotel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hotel" into syllables?
"hotel" is divided into syllables as: ho · tel.
What is the Scrabble score for "hotel"?
The Scrabble score for "hotel" is 8 points.
Using “hotel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hotel" (ho · tel) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hotel” 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 “hotel”
The letters in “hotel” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: helot, thole.