How many syllables in “contra”?
syllables in "contra"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · tra
Letters
6
c · o · n · t · r · a
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “contra”
The word “contra” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · tra. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contra" have?
"contra" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "contra" into syllables?
"contra" is divided into syllables as: con · tra.
What is the Scrabble score for "contra"?
The Scrabble score for "contra" is 8 points.
Using “contra” in writing
Two-syllable words like "contra" (con · tra) 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, “contra” 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 “contra”
The letters in “contra” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cantor, carton, craton.