How many syllables in “counterbalances”?
syllables in "counterbalances"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · ba · lan · ces
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · b · a · l · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “counterbalances”
The word “counterbalances” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · ba · lan · ces. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterbalances" have?
"counterbalances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterbalances" into syllables?
"counterbalances" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · ba · lan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterbalances"?
The Scrabble score for "counterbalances" is 21 points.
Using “counterbalances” in writing
"counterbalances" (coun · ter · ba · lan · ces) 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, “counterbalances” 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.