How many syllables in “counteroffensive”?
syllables in "counteroffensive"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · tero · ffen · sive
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · o · f · f · e · n · s · i · v · e
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “counteroffensive”
The word “counteroffensive” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · tero · ffen · sive. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counteroffensive" have?
"counteroffensive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counteroffensive" into syllables?
"counteroffensive" is divided into syllables as: coun · tero · ffen · sive.
What is the Scrabble score for "counteroffensive"?
The Scrabble score for "counteroffensive" is 27 points.
Using “counteroffensive” in writing
"counteroffensive" (coun · tero · ffen · sive) 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, “counteroffensive” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.