How many syllables in “counterattacker”?
syllables in "counterattacker"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · rat · tac · ker
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · a · t · t · a · c · k · e · r
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “counterattacker”
The word “counterattacker” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · rat · tac · ker. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterattacker" have?
"counterattacker" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterattacker" into syllables?
"counterattacker" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · rat · tac · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterattacker"?
The Scrabble score for "counterattacker" is 23 points.
Using “counterattacker” in writing
"counterattacker" (coun · te · rat · tac · ker) 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, “counterattacker” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.