How many syllables in “counterculturist”?
syllables in "counterculturist"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · cul · tu · rist
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · c · u · l · t · u · r · i · s · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “counterculturist”
The word “counterculturist” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · cul · tu · rist. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterculturist" have?
"counterculturist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterculturist" into syllables?
"counterculturist" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · cul · tu · rist.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterculturist"?
The Scrabble score for "counterculturist" is 20 points.
Using “counterculturist” in writing
"counterculturist" (coun · ter · cul · tu · rist) 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, “counterculturist” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.