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How many syllables in “countervailed”?

3

syllables in "countervailed"

countervailed
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Word details

Syllables

3

count · ervai · led

Letters

13

c · o · u · n · t · e · r · v · a · i · l · e · d

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
u1
n1
t1
e1
r1
v4
a1
i1
l1
e1
d2

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About the word “countervailed

The word countervailed contains 3 syllables, divided as count · ervai · led. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "countervailed" have?

"countervailed" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "countervailed" into syllables?

"countervailed" is divided into syllables as: count · ervai · led.

What is the Scrabble score for "countervailed"?

The Scrabble score for "countervailed" is 19 points.

Using “countervailed” in writing

Three-syllable words like "countervailed" (count · ervai · led) 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, countervailed 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.

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