How to Pronounce "counterfeit"
word
/ˈkaʊntɝˌfɪt/
KOWN-tur-fit
/kˈaʊntəfˌɪt/
KOWN-tuh-fit
Definition
Made to look like something real in order to trick people, usually referring to fake money, documents, or products. Can be used as both an adjective and a verb ('to counterfeit').
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkaʊntɝˌfɪt/
British English
/kˈaʊntəfˌɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-tur-fit
UK
KOWN-tuh-fit
Listen in Context
The police found counterfeit money in the store.
He was arrested for trying to counterfeit passports.
These shoes are counterfeit, not original.
It's easy to be fooled by a counterfeit watch if you don’t look closely.