How many syllables in “counterstrategist”?
syllables in "counterstrategist"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · stra · te · gist
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · t · r · a · t · e · g · i · s · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “counterstrategist”
The word “counterstrategist” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · stra · te · gist. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterstrategist" have?
"counterstrategist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterstrategist" into syllables?
"counterstrategist" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · stra · te · gist.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterstrategist"?
The Scrabble score for "counterstrategist" is 20 points.
Using “counterstrategist” in writing
"counterstrategist" (coun · ter · stra · te · gist) 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, “counterstrategist” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.