How to pronounce counteroffer
Say it like KOWN-tuh-raw-fer. Counteroffer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN).
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- KOWN
- tuh
- raw
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Counteroffer 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.
- rawGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of counteroffer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOWN-tuh-rof-uh.
What does counteroffer mean?
- An offer made in reply to an unacceptable offer.
- To offer as a counteroffer.
Where does counteroffer come from?
From counter- + offer.
Questions about saying counteroffer
How do you pronounce counteroffer?
Say KOWN-tuh-raw-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊntəˌrɔfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊntəˌrɒfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in counteroffer?
Counteroffer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOWN). Broken into parts: KOWN · tuh · raw · fer.
Is counteroffer 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 /ˈkaʊntəˌrɒfə/ (KOWN-tuh-rof-uh).