How many syllables in “counterguerrilla”?
syllables in "counterguerrilla"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · guer · ril · la
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · g · u · e · r · r · i · l · l · a
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “counterguerrilla”
The word “counterguerrilla” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · guer · ril · la. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterguerrilla" have?
"counterguerrilla" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterguerrilla" into syllables?
"counterguerrilla" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · guer · ril · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterguerrilla"?
The Scrabble score for "counterguerrilla" is 19 points.
Using “counterguerrilla” in writing
"counterguerrilla" (coun · ter · guer · ril · la) 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, “counterguerrilla” 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.