Here's why:
* Spelling: The vowel "o" is followed by a consonant "s" and then an "e" at the end of the word. This is a common pattern in English that often indicates a long vowel sound.
* Sound: The "o" in "hose" sounds like the "o" in "go" or "toe", which are considered long vowel sounds.
Let me know if you have any other vowel sound questions!