How many syllables in “countertendencies”?
syllables in "countertendencies"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · ten · den · cies
Letters
17
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · t · e · n · d · e · n · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “countertendencies”
The word “countertendencies” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · ten · den · cies. It has 17 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countertendencies" have?
"countertendencies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countertendencies" into syllables?
"countertendencies" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · ten · den · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "countertendencies"?
The Scrabble score for "countertendencies" is 22 points.
Using “countertendencies” in writing
"countertendencies" (coun · ter · ten · den · cies) 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, “countertendencies” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.