How many syllables in “countrywide”?
syllables in "countrywide"
Word details
Syllables
3
coun · tryw · ide
Letters
11
c · o · u · n · t · r · y · w · i · d · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “countrywide”
The word “countrywide” contains 3 syllables, divided as coun · tryw · ide. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "countrywide" have?
"countrywide" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "countrywide" into syllables?
"countrywide" is divided into syllables as: coun · tryw · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "countrywide"?
The Scrabble score for "countrywide" is 20 points.
Using “countrywide” in writing
Three-syllable words like "countrywide" (coun · tryw · ide) 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, “countrywide” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.