How many syllables in “counterthrusts”?
syllables in "counterthrusts"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · ter · thrusts
Letters
14
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · t · h · r · u · s · t · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “counterthrusts”
The word “counterthrusts” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · ter · thrusts. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "counterthrusts" have?
"counterthrusts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "counterthrusts" into syllables?
"counterthrusts" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · thrusts.
What is the Scrabble score for "counterthrusts"?
The Scrabble score for "counterthrusts" is 19 points.
Using “counterthrusts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "counterthrusts" (coun · ter · thrusts) 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, “counterthrusts” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.