How to Pronounce Countermanding

To pronounce "countermanding", say COUNT-erm-and-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

14

Letters

COUNT-erm-and-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “countermanding”

"countermanding" has 4 syllables: count-erm-and-ing.

What does countermanding mean?

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

rescindrevokeannulrepealreverseoverturnliftcountermandment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "countermanding"?▾

"Countermanding" has 4 syllables: count · erm · and · ing.

What does "countermanding" mean?▾

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

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