How many syllables in “countersuit”?
syllables in "countersuit"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · ter · suit
Letters
11
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · u · i · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “countersuit”
The word “countersuit” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · ter · suit. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersuit" have?
"countersuit" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countersuit" into syllables?
"countersuit" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · suit.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersuit"?
The Scrabble score for "countersuit" is 13 points.
Using “countersuit” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countersuit" (coun · ter · suit) 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, “countersuit” is worth 13 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.