How many syllables in “counterreformer”?
syllables in "counterreformer"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · re · for · mer
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · r · e · f · o · r · m · e · r
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “counterreformer”
The word “counterreformer” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · re · for · mer. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterreformer" have?
"counterreformer" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterreformer" into syllables?
"counterreformer" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · re · for · mer.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterreformer"?
The Scrabble score for "counterreformer" is 22 points.
Using “counterreformer” in writing
"counterreformer" (coun · ter · re · for · mer) 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, “counterreformer” 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.