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How many syllables in “counterweighting”?

4

syllables in "counterweighting"

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Word details

Syllables

4

coun · ter · weig · hting

Letters

16

c · o · u · n · t · e · r · w · e · i · g · h · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

26

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
u1
n1
t1
e1
r1
w4
e1
i1
g2
h4
t1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “counterweighting

The word counterweighting contains 4 syllables, divided as coun · ter · weig · hting. It has 16 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "counterweighting" have?

"counterweighting" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "counterweighting" into syllables?

"counterweighting" is divided into syllables as: coun · ter · weig · hting.

What is the Scrabble score for "counterweighting"?

The Scrabble score for "counterweighting" is 26 points.

Using “counterweighting” in writing

Four-syllable words like "counterweighting" (coun · ter · weig · hting) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, counterweighting 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.

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