How to Pronounce "counterparts"
word
KOWN-ter-parts
KOWN-tuh-parts
Definition
People or things that have the same function, position, or purpose as someone or something else in another place, group, or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaʊntɝˌpɑɹts
British English
kˈaʊntəpˌɑːts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-ter-parts
UK
KOWN-tuh-parts
Listen in Context
The French president met with his American counterparts.
Scientists often share information with their counterparts in other countries.
Our company's counterparts in Tokyo helped with the project.
Teachers here earn less than their counterparts abroad.