How to Pronounce Beancounter

To pronounce "beancounter", say BEANC-ount-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

BEANC-ount-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “beancounter”

"beancounter" has 3 syllables: beanc-ount-er.

What does beancounter mean?

noun

  1. (mildly) A person, such as an accountant or financial officer, who is concerned with quantification, especially to the exclusion of other matters.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "beancounter"?▾

"Beancounter" has 3 syllables: beanc · ount · er.

What does "beancounter" mean?▾

Beancounter: (mildly) A person, such as an accountant or financial officer, who is concerned with quantification, especially to the exclusion of other matters.

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