How to Pronounce Counterpoised

To pronounce "counterpoised", say COUNT-erp-ois-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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COUNT-erp-ois-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “counterpoised”

"counterpoised" has 4 syllables: count-erp-ois-ed.

What does counterpoised mean?

verb

  1. To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.
  2. To act against with equal power; to balance.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "counterpoised"?▾

"Counterpoised" has 4 syllables: count · erp · ois · ed.

What does "counterpoised" mean?▾

Counterpoised: To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.

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