How many syllables in “counterterrorist”?
syllables in "counterterrorist"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · ter · ter · ro · rist
Letters
16
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · t · e · r · r · o · r · i · s · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “counterterrorist”
The word “counterterrorist” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · ter · ter · ro · rist. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterterrorist" have?
"counterterrorist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "counterterrorist" into syllables?
"counterterrorist" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · ter · ro · rist.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterterrorist"?
The Scrabble score for "counterterrorist" is 18 points.
Using “counterterrorist” in writing
"counterterrorist" (coun · ter · ter · ro · rist) 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, “counterterrorist” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.