How many syllables in “counterpetitioned”?
syllables in "counterpetitioned"
Word details
Syllables
5
count · erpet · ition · ed
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · p · e · t · i · t · i · o · n · e · d
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “counterpetitioned”
The word “counterpetitioned” contains 5 syllables, divided as count · erpet · ition · ed. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterpetitioned" have?
"counterpetitioned" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterpetitioned" into syllables?
"counterpetitioned" is divided into syllables as: count · erpet · ition · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterpetitioned"?
The Scrabble score for "counterpetitioned" is 22 points.
Using “counterpetitioned” in writing
"counterpetitioned" (count · erpet · ition · ed) 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, “counterpetitioned” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.