How many syllables in “countersink”?
syllables in "countersink"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · ter · sink
Letters
11
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · i · n · k
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “countersink”
The word “countersink” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · ter · sink. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersink" have?
"countersink" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countersink" into syllables?
"countersink" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · sink.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersink"?
The Scrabble score for "countersink" is 17 points.
Using “countersink” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countersink" (coun · ter · sink) 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, “countersink” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.