How many syllables in “countermeasures”?
syllables in "countermeasures"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · mea · su · res
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · m · e · a · s · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “countermeasures”
The word “countermeasures” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · mea · su · res. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countermeasures" have?
"countermeasures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countermeasures" into syllables?
"countermeasures" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · mea · su · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "countermeasures"?
The Scrabble score for "countermeasures" is 19 points.
Using “countermeasures” in writing
"countermeasures" (coun · ter · mea · su · res) 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, “countermeasures” 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.