How many syllables in “hotline”?
syllables in "hotline"
Word details
Syllables
2
hotl · ine
Letters
7
h · o · t · l · i · n · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hotline”
The word “hotline” contains 2 syllables, divided as hotl · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hotline" have?
"hotline" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hotline" into syllables?
"hotline" is divided into syllables as: hotl · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "hotline"?
The Scrabble score for "hotline" is 10 points.
Using “hotline” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hotline" (hotl · ine) 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, “hotline” is worth 10 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 “hotline”
The letters in “hotline” can be rearranged to spell one other word: neolith.