How to pronounce countermove
Say it like KOWN-ter-moov. Countermove has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN).
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- KOWN
- ter
- moov
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Countermove 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.
- moovGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of countermove
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-moov.
What does countermove mean?
- A move in opposition or response to a preceding move.“move and countermove”
- To move in opposition or in retaliation.
Where does countermove come from?
From counter- + move.
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Questions about saying countermove
How do you pronounce countermove?
Say KOWN-ter-moov. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊntɚˌmuv/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntəˌmuːv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in countermove?
Countermove has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN). Broken into parts: KOWN · ter · moov.
Is countermove 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 /ˈkaʊntəˌmuːv/ (KOWN-tuh-moov).