How to Pronounce Countersign

To pronounce "countersign", say COUNT-ers-ign — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

COUNT-ers-ign

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💡 Tip for remembering “countersign”

"countersign" has 3 syllables: count-ers-ign.

What does countersign mean?

noun

  1. A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.
  2. The response to a sign or signal.

    “Only those who give the countersign may enter the Masonic Lodge.”

verb

  1. To sign on the opposite side of (a document).
  2. (by extension) To add a second signature to a document, affirming the validity of the signature of another person.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "countersign"?▾

"Countersign" has 3 syllables: count · ers · ign.

What does "countersign" mean?▾

Countersign: A second signature added to a document to affirm the validity of the signature of the first person.

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