How many syllables in “counterirritants”?
syllables in "counterirritants"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · te · rir · ri · tants
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · i · r · r · i · t · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “counterirritants”
The word “counterirritants” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · te · rir · ri · tants. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterirritants" have?
"counterirritants" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterirritants" into syllables?
"counterirritants" is divided into syllables as: coun · te · rir · ri · tants.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterirritants"?
The Scrabble score for "counterirritants" is 18 points.
Using “counterirritants” in writing
"counterirritants" (coun · te · rir · ri · tants) 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, “counterirritants” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.