How to Pronounce "over the counter"
expression
ˈoʊvɝ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkaʊntɝ
OH-ver-thuh-KOWN-ter
ˈəʊvɐ/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈaʊntɐ
OH-vuh-the-KOWN-tuh
Definition
Describes medicines or products that you can buy without a doctor’s prescription. Sometimes also used for things you can purchase directly from a seller without special permission.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkaʊntɝ
British English
ˈəʊvɐ/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈaʊntɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-thuh-KOWN-ter
UK
OH-vuh-the-KOWN-tuh
Listen in Context
This medicine is available over the counter at most pharmacies.
You don't need a prescription for over the counter drugs.
Some painkillers are sold over the counter.
You can buy allergy medicine over the counter if you need it quickly.