How many syllables in “counterargument”?
syllables in "counterargument"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · rar · gu · ment
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · a · r · g · u · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “counterargument”
The word “counterargument” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · rar · gu · ment. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterargument" have?
"counterargument" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterargument" into syllables?
"counterargument" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · rar · gu · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterargument"?
The Scrabble score for "counterargument" is 20 points.
Using “counterargument” in writing
"counterargument" (coun · te · rar · gu · ment) 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, “counterargument” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.