How to pronounce counterobject
Say it like KOWN-tuh-rub-jekt. Counterobject has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN).
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- KOWN
- tuh
- rub
- jekt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Counterobject 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.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rubKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- jektGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of counterobject
American and British speakers say counterobject in essentially the same way: /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/ in the US and /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/ in the UK.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-rub-jekt.
What does counterobject mean?
- To make an objection against another objection.
Where does counterobject come from?
From counter- + object.
Questions about saying counterobject
How do you pronounce counterobject?
Say KOWN-tuh-rub-jekt. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in counterobject?
Counterobject has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN). Broken into parts: KOWN · tuh · rub · jekt.
Do Americans and Brits say counterobject the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/ and the British form is /ˈkaʊntərəbˌdʒɛkt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.