How many syllables in “countersuggestion”?
syllables in "countersuggestion"
Word details
Syllables
5
count · ersug · gesti · on
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · u · g · g · e · s · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “countersuggestion”
The word “countersuggestion” contains 5 syllables, divided as count · ersug · gesti · on. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersuggestion" have?
"countersuggestion" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countersuggestion" into syllables?
"countersuggestion" is divided into syllables as: count · ersug · gesti · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersuggestion"?
The Scrabble score for "countersuggestion" is 21 points.
Using “countersuggestion” in writing
"countersuggestion" (count · ersug · gesti · on) 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, “countersuggestion” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.