How many syllables in “counterarguments”?
syllables in "counterarguments"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · rar · gu · ments
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · a · r · g · u · m · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “counterarguments”
The word “counterarguments” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · rar · gu · ments. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterarguments" have?
"counterarguments" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterarguments" into syllables?
"counterarguments" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · rar · gu · ments.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterarguments"?
The Scrabble score for "counterarguments" is 21 points.
Using “counterarguments” in writing
"counterarguments" (coun · te · rar · gu · ments) 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, “counterarguments” 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.