How many syllables in “countermanded”?
syllables in "countermanded"
Word details
Syllables
4
coun · ter · man · ded
Letters
13
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · m · a · n · d · e · d
Scrabble
19
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About the word “countermanded”
The word “countermanded” contains 4 syllables, divided as coun · ter · man · ded. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countermanded" have?
"countermanded" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "countermanded" into syllables?
"countermanded" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · man · ded.
What is the Scrabble score for "countermanded"?
The Scrabble score for "countermanded" is 19 points.
Using “countermanded” in writing
Four-syllable words like "countermanded" (coun · ter · man · ded) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “countermanded” 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.
Anagrams of “countermanded”
The letters in “countermanded” can be rearranged to spell one other word: counterdemand.