How to Pronounce Countervail

To pronounce "countervail", say COUNT-erv-ail — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkaʊntəveɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈkaʊntəveɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “countervail”

"countervail" has 3 syllables: count-erv-ail. It rhymes with wail and gale, if that helps it stick.

What does countervail mean?

verb

  1. To have the same value as.
  2. To counteract, counterbalance or neutralize.

Words that rhyme with countervail

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wailgaleavailfrailassailtravailprevailentailstaleunveilailbale

Related words

offsetcounterbalancecounteractneutralizecompensationcounterredressivecompensatory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "countervail"?▾

"Countervail" has 3 syllables: count · erv · ail.

What is the IPA transcription of "countervail"?▾

The IPA transcription of "countervail" is /ˈkaʊntəveɪl/.

What does "countervail" mean?▾

Countervail: To have the same value as.

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