How many syllables in “countersurveillance”?
syllables in "countersurveillance"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ters · urve · illa · nce
Letters
19
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · s · u · r · v · e · i · l · l · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “countersurveillance”
The word “countersurveillance” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ters · urve · illa · nce. It has 19 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countersurveillance" have?
"countersurveillance" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countersurveillance" into syllables?
"countersurveillance" is divided into syllables as: coun · ters · urve · illa · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "countersurveillance"?
The Scrabble score for "countersurveillance" is 26 points.
Using “countersurveillance” in writing
"countersurveillance" (coun · ters · urve · illa · nce) 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, “countersurveillance” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.