How to pronounce counterchallenge
Say it like KOWN-ter-chal-unj. Counterchallenge has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN).
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- KOWN
- ter
- chal
- unj
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Counterchallenge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- chalGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- unjKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of counterchallenge
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-chal-unj.
What does counterchallenge mean?
- A challenge made in response to another challenge.
Where does counterchallenge come from?
From counter- + challenge.
Questions about saying counterchallenge
How do you pronounce counterchallenge?
Say KOWN-ter-chal-unj. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊntɚˌtʃæləndʒ/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntəˌtʃæləndʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in counterchallenge?
Counterchallenge has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN). Broken into parts: KOWN · ter · chal · unj.
Is counterchallenge pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkaʊntəˌtʃæləndʒ/ (KOWN-tuh-chal-unj).