How many syllables in “countercultures”?
syllables in "countercultures"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · cul · tu · res
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · c · u · l · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “countercultures”
The word “countercultures” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · cul · tu · res. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countercultures" have?
"countercultures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countercultures" into syllables?
"countercultures" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · cul · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "countercultures"?
The Scrabble score for "countercultures" is 19 points.
Using “countercultures” in writing
"countercultures" (coun · ter · cul · tu · res) 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, “countercultures” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.