How many syllables in “countersign”?
syllables in "countersign"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · ter · sign
Letters
11
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · i · g · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “countersign”
The word “countersign” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · ter · sign. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersign" have?
"countersign" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countersign" into syllables?
"countersign" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · sign.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersign"?
The Scrabble score for "countersign" is 14 points.
Using “countersign” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countersign" (coun · ter · sign) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “countersign” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.