How to Pronounce "counterweight"
word
ˈkaʊntɝˌweɪt
KOWN-ter-wayt
kˈaʊntəwˌeɪt
KOWN-tuh-wayt
Definition
A counterweight is an object or force that balances or offsets another weight to keep something steady or working properly. It can also be used figuratively to mean something that balances or opposes another influence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaʊntɝˌweɪt
British English
kˈaʊntəwˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-ter-wayt
UK
KOWN-tuh-wayt
Listen in Context
The elevator uses a counterweight to move smoothly.
A heavy stone acts as a counterweight on the old well.
The crane needs a counterweight to lift heavy loads safely.
In politics, the media can act as a counterweight to government power.