How many syllables in “contrapuntally”?
syllables in "contrapuntally"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tra · pun · tal · ly
Letters
14
c · o · n · t · r · a · p · u · n · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “contrapuntally”
The word “contrapuntally” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tra · pun · tal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contrapuntally" have?
"contrapuntally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contrapuntally" into syllables?
"contrapuntally" is divided into syllables as: con · tra · pun · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "contrapuntally"?
The Scrabble score for "contrapuntally" is 21 points.
Using “contrapuntally” in writing
"contrapuntally" (con · tra · pun · tal · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “contrapuntally” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.