How to Pronounce Counter-tenor

To pronounce "counter-tenor", say COUNT-ert-en-or — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

COUNT-ert-en-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “counter-tenor”

"counter-tenor" has 4 syllables: count-ert-en-or.

What does counter-tenor mean?

noun

  1. Adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range
  2. Male singing voice far higher than the typical male vocal range

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "counter-tenor"?▾

"Counter-tenor" has 4 syllables: count · ert · en · or.

What does "counter-tenor" mean?▾

Counter-tenor: Adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range

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