How many syllables in “counterirritant”?
syllables in "counterirritant"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · rir · ri · tant
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · i · r · r · i · t · a · n · t
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “counterirritant”
The word “counterirritant” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · rir · ri · tant. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterirritant" have?
"counterirritant" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterirritant" into syllables?
"counterirritant" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · rir · ri · tant.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterirritant"?
The Scrabble score for "counterirritant" is 17 points.
Using “counterirritant” in writing
"counterirritant" (coun · te · rir · ri · tant) 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, “counterirritant” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.