How many syllables in “counterbalancing”?
syllables in "counterbalancing"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · ba · lan · cing
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · b · a · l · a · n · c · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “counterbalancing”
The word “counterbalancing” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · ba · lan · cing. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterbalancing" have?
"counterbalancing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterbalancing" into syllables?
"counterbalancing" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · ba · lan · cing.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterbalancing"?
The Scrabble score for "counterbalancing" is 23 points.
Using “counterbalancing” in writing
"counterbalancing" (coun · ter · ba · lan · cing) 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, “counterbalancing” 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.