How to pronounce counterpose
Say it like kown-ter-POHZ. Counterpose has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POHZ).
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- kown
- ter
- POHZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Counterpose pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kownGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- POHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of counterpose
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: kown-tuh-POHZ.
What does counterpose mean?
- To act as a counterweight.
- To create a contrast.
- A pose taken in opposition to another.
Where does counterpose come from?
From French contraposer, equivalent to counter- + pose.
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Words that rhyme with counterpose
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Questions about saying counterpose
How do you pronounce counterpose?
Say kown-ter-POHZ. The American pronunciation is /ˌkaʊntɚˈpoʊz/. In British English it is /ˌkaʊntəˈpəʊz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in counterpose?
Counterpose has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (POHZ). Broken into parts: kown · ter · POHZ.
Is counterpose 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 /ˌkaʊntəˈpəʊz/ (kown-tuh-POHZ).