How to Pronounce Countermand

To pronounce "countermand", say COUNT-erm-and — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌkaʊntəˈmɑːnd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌkaʊntəˈmɑːnd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “countermand”

"countermand" has 3 syllables: count-erm-and.

What does countermand mean?

noun

  1. An order to the contrary of a previous one.

verb

  1. To revoke (a former command); to cancel or rescind by giving an order contrary to one previously given.

    “to countermand an order for goods”

  2. To recall a person or unit with such an order.

Synonyms

cancelrescindforbidprohibit

Related words

rescindrevokeannulrepealreverseoverturnliftoverride

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "countermand"?▾

"Countermand" has 3 syllables: count · erm · and.

What is the IPA transcription of "countermand"?▾

The IPA transcription of "countermand" is /ˌkaʊntəˈmɑːnd/.

What does "countermand" mean?▾

Countermand: An order to the contrary of a previous one.

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