How to pronounce countercharge
Say it like KOWN-ter-charj. Countercharge has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN).
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- KOWN
- ter
- charj
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Countercharge 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.
- charjGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of countercharge
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-chahj.
What does countercharge mean?
- An accusation against an opponent in an argument in response to the opponent's accusations.
- An thrust or charge against an enemy in response to their previous attack.
- To reverse the colors; to make counterchanged.
Where does countercharge come from?
From counter- + charge.
Questions about saying countercharge
How do you pronounce countercharge?
Say KOWN-ter-charj. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊntɚˌtʃɑrdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntəˌtʃɑːdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in countercharge?
Countercharge has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN). Broken into parts: KOWN · ter · charj.
Is countercharge 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 /ˈkaʊntəˌtʃɑːdʒ/ (KOWN-tuh-chahj).