How many syllables in “counterexamples”?
syllables in "counterexamples"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · re · xam · ples
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · e · x · a · m · p · l · e · s
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “counterexamples”
The word “counterexamples” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · re · xam · ples. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterexamples" have?
"counterexamples" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterexamples" into syllables?
"counterexamples" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · re · xam · ples.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterexamples"?
The Scrabble score for "counterexamples" is 28 points.
Using “counterexamples” in writing
"counterexamples" (coun · te · re · xam · ples) 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, “counterexamples” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.