How many syllables in “countergovernment”?
syllables in "countergovernment"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · go · ver · nment
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · g · o · v · e · r · n · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “countergovernment”
The word “countergovernment” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · go · ver · nment. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countergovernment" have?
"countergovernment" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countergovernment" into syllables?
"countergovernment" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · go · ver · nment.
What is the Scrabble score for "countergovernment"?
The Scrabble score for "countergovernment" is 25 points.
Using “countergovernment” in writing
"countergovernment" (coun · ter · go · ver · nment) 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, “countergovernment” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.