How to Pronounce "countenance"
word
ˈkaʊntənəns
KOWN-tuh-nuhns
kˈaʊntənəns
KOWN-tuh-nuhns
Definition
Someone's countenance is their facial expression or the look on their face. It can also mean to support or approve of something, though this usage is formal or literary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaʊntənəns
British English
kˈaʊntənəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-tuh-nuhns
UK
KOWN-tuh-nuhns
Listen in Context
His calm countenance made everyone feel relaxed.
She had a worried countenance during the meeting.
His joyful countenance lit up the room.
He couldn't hide the disappointment on his countenance.