How to Pronounce Countersink

To pronounce "countersink", say COUNT-ers-ink — 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-ink

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💡 Tip for remembering “countersink”

"countersink" has 3 syllables: count-ers-ink. It rhymes with countersunk, if that helps it stick.

What does countersink mean?

noun

  1. A cylindrical recess, typically machined around a hole to admit a screw so that it sits flush with a surface.

verb

  1. To create such a conical recess.

    “to countersink a hole for a screw”

  2. To cause to sink even with or below the surface.

    “to countersink a screw or bolt into woodwork”

Words that rhyme with countersink

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

countersunk

Related words

counterboresetreamcountersinkersinkercountercotter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "countersink"?▾

"Countersink" has 3 syllables: count · ers · ink.

What does "countersink" mean?▾

Countersink: A cylindrical recess, typically machined around a hole to admit a screw so that it sits flush with a surface.

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