How to Pronounce Counterbalances

To pronounce "counterbalances", say COUNT-erb-al-anc-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

15

Letters

COUNT-erb-al-anc-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “counterbalances”

"counterbalances" has 5 syllables: count-erb-al-anc-es. It rhymes with balances and imbalances, if that helps it stick.

What does counterbalances mean?

noun

  1. A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.
  2. A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

Synonyms

counterpoisecounterweight

Words that rhyme with counterbalances

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

balancesimbalances

Related words

counterpoiseoffsetequalizerequipoisebalanceequilibriumcountervailcounteract

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "counterbalances"?▾

"Counterbalances" has 5 syllables: count · erb · al · anc · es.

What does "counterbalances" mean?▾

Counterbalances: A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

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