How many syllables in “countertendency”?
syllables in "countertendency"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · ten · den · cy
Letters
15
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · t · e · n · d · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “countertendency”
The word “countertendency” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · ten · den · cy. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countertendency" have?
"countertendency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countertendency" into syllables?
"countertendency" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · ten · den · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "countertendency"?
The Scrabble score for "countertendency" is 23 points.
Using “countertendency” in writing
"countertendency" (coun · ter · ten · den · cy) 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, “countertendency” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.