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How many syllables in Hobbes?

hobbes has 2 syllables

Split Hobbes into syllables?

hobbes

Definition of Hobbes

Hobbes is a surname, and the name of a famous philosopher and political theorist who lived in the 17th century.

How should Hobbes divide into syllables

The word 'hobbes' has two syllables. The first syllable 'hob-' has a vowel 'o' and a consonant 'h' while the second syllable '-bes' has a vowel 'e' and two consonants 'b' and 's'.

Part of Speech - Hobbes

Noun

I am reading a book by Hobbes about his political philosophy.

Sentences with Hobbes

Hobbes was a famous philosopher known for his political theories.
My friend's last name is Hobbes.
I am studying the works of Hobbes in my philosophy class.
Hobbes' views on human nature were controversial at the time.
I have never met anyone with the name Hobbes before.

Quotes with Hobbes

The condition of man... is a condition of war of everyone against everyone. - Thomas Hobbes
For such is the nature of men, that howsoever they may acknowledge many others to be more witty, or more eloquent, or more learned; yet they will hardly believe there be many so wise as themselves. - Thomas Hobbes
Hell is truth seen too late. - Thomas Hobbes
The obligation of subjects to the sovereign is understood to last as long, and no longer, than the power lasteth by which he is able to protect them. - Thomas Hobbes
Curiosity is the lust of the mind. - Thomas Hobbes