How many syllables in “county”?
syllables in "county"
Word details
Syllables
2
coun · ty
Letters
6
c · o · u · n · t · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “county”
The word “county” contains 2 syllables, divided as coun · ty. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "county" have?
"county" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "county" into syllables?
"county" is divided into syllables as: coun · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "county"?
The Scrabble score for "county" is 11 points.
Using “county” in writing
Two-syllable words like "county" (coun · ty) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “county” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.