How many syllables in “countersignature”?
syllables in "countersignature"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ters · igna · ture
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · i · g · n · a · t · u · r · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “countersignature”
The word “countersignature” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ters · igna · ture. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersignature" have?
"countersignature" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countersignature" into syllables?
"countersignature" is divided into syllables as: coun · ters · igna · ture.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersignature"?
The Scrabble score for "countersignature" is 19 points.
Using “countersignature” in writing
"countersignature" (coun · ters · igna · ture) 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, “countersignature” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.