How many syllables in “countermovement”?
syllables in "countermovement"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · mo · ve · ment
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · m · o · v · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “countermovement”
The word “countermovement” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · mo · ve · ment. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countermovement" have?
"countermovement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countermovement" into syllables?
"countermovement" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · mo · ve · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "countermovement"?
The Scrabble score for "countermovement" is 24 points.
Using “countermovement” in writing
"countermovement" (coun · ter · mo · ve · ment) 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, “countermovement” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.