How many syllables in “countermelodies”?
syllables in "countermelodies"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · me · lo · dies
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · m · e · l · o · d · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “countermelodies”
The word “countermelodies” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · me · lo · dies. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countermelodies" have?
"countermelodies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countermelodies" into syllables?
"countermelodies" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · me · lo · dies.
What is the Scrabble score for "countermelodies"?
The Scrabble score for "countermelodies" is 20 points.
Using “countermelodies” in writing
"countermelodies" (coun · ter · me · lo · dies) 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, “countermelodies” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.