How to Pronounce Encounter

To pronounce "encounter", say ENC-ount-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈkaʊntə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪnˈkaʊntə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “encounter”

"encounter" has 3 syllables: enc-ount-er. It rhymes with downer and mounter, if that helps it stick.

What does encounter mean?

noun

  1. A meeting, especially one that is unplanned or unexpected.

    “Their encounter was a matter of chance.”

  2. A hostile, often violent meeting; a confrontation, skirmish, or clash, as between combatants.

verb

  1. To meet (someone) or find (something), especially unexpectedly.
  2. To confront (someone or something) face to face.

Synonyms

brushclashconfrontationskirmish

Words that rhyme with encounter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

downermountercountordiscountercounter-crownerbrownerdrownerfrowner

Related words

meetconfrontationfindhappenchancereceive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "encounter"?▾

"Encounter" has 3 syllables: enc · ount · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "encounter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "encounter" is /ɪnˈkaʊntə/.

What does "encounter" mean?▾

Encounter: A meeting, especially one that is unplanned or unexpected.

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