How many syllables in “hots”?
syllable in "hots"
Word details
Syllables
1
hots
Letters
4
h · o · t · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “hots”
The word “hots” contains 1 syllable, divided as hots. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hots" have?
"hots" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hots" into syllables?
"hots" is divided into syllables as: hots.
What is the Scrabble score for "hots"?
The Scrabble score for "hots" is 7 points.
Using “hots” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hots" 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, “hots” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “hots”
The letters in “hots” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: host, shot, soth, tosh.