How many syllables in “countertransference”?
syllables in "countertransference"
Word details
Syllables
5
coun · tert · rans · fere · nce
Letters
19
c · o · u · n · t · e · r · t · r · a · n · s · f · e · r · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “countertransference”
The word “countertransference” contains 5 syllables, divided as coun · tert · rans · fere · nce. It has 19 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countertransference" have?
"countertransference" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "countertransference" into syllables?
"countertransference" is divided into syllables as: coun · tert · rans · fere · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "countertransference"?
The Scrabble score for "countertransference" is 26 points.
Using “countertransference” in writing
"countertransference" (coun · tert · rans · fere · 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, “countertransference” 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.