How many syllables in “countryman”?
syllables in "countryman"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · try · man
Letters
10
c · o · u · n · t · r · y · m · a · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “countryman”
The word “countryman” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · try · man. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countryman" have?
"countryman" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countryman" into syllables?
"countryman" is divided into syllables as: coun · try · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "countryman"?
The Scrabble score for "countryman" is 17 points.
Using “countryman” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countryman" (coun · try · man) 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, “countryman” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.