How to Pronounce Encounters

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

ENC-ount-ers

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💡 Tip for remembering “encounters”

"encounters" has 3 syllables: enc-ount-ers. It rhymes with counters and downers, if that helps it stick.

What does encounters 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 encounters

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

countersdownersdiscountersmounterstowners

Related words

meetconfrontationfindhappenchancereceive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "encounters"?▾

"Encounters" has 3 syllables: enc · ount · ers.

What does "encounters" mean?▾

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

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