How to Pronounce "counterattacks"
word
ˈkaʊntɝəˌtæks
KOWN-ter-uh-TAKS
kˈaʊntəɹɐtˌæks
KOWN-tuh-ruh-TAKS
Definition
Actions or attacks made in response to an opponent's attack, usually with the aim of regaining advantage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaʊntɝəˌtæks
British English
kˈaʊntəɹɐtˌæks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-ter-uh-TAKS
UK
KOWN-tuh-ruh-TAKS
Listen in Context
The team made several counterattacks after conceding a goal.
The soldiers prepared for enemy counterattacks during the night.
Quick counterattacks can change the outcome of a match.
Their defense was solid, but they struggled to handle the opponent's counterattacks.