How to pronounce counterflood
Say it like KOW-der-fluhd. Counterflood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
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- KOW
- der
- fluhd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Counterflood pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- fluhdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of counterflood
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-fluhd.
What does counterflood mean?
- To flood (part of a vessel) deliberately in order to counterbalance flooding already occurring on the other side or end of the vessel, so as to remain on an even keel and avoid capsizing or plunging.
- A flood, or large influx of something, that counteracts another.
Where does counterflood come from?
From counter- + flood.
Questions about saying counterflood
How do you pronounce counterflood?
Say KOW-der-fluhd. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊdɚˌflʌd/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntəˌflʌd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in counterflood?
Counterflood has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · der · fluhd.
Is counterflood 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 /ˈkaʊntəˌflʌd/ (KOWN-tuh-fluhd).