How many syllables in “counterculturists”?
syllables in "counterculturists"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · cul · tu · rists
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · c · u · l · t · u · r · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “counterculturists”
The word “counterculturists” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · cul · tu · rists. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterculturists" have?
"counterculturists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterculturists" into syllables?
"counterculturists" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · cul · tu · rists.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterculturists"?
The Scrabble score for "counterculturists" is 21 points.
Using “counterculturists” in writing
"counterculturists" (coun · ter · cul · tu · rists) 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, “counterculturists” 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.