How many syllables in “countercoups”?
syllables in "countercoups"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · ter · coups
Letters
12
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · c · o · u · p · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “countercoups”
The word “countercoups” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · ter · coups. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countercoups" have?
"countercoups" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countercoups" into syllables?
"countercoups" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · coups.
What is the Scrabble score for "countercoups"?
The Scrabble score for "countercoups" is 18 points.
Using “countercoups” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countercoups" (coun · ter · coups) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “countercoups” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.