How to Pronounce "counterproductive"
word
ˈkaʊntɝpɹəˌdəktɪv
KOWN-ter-pruh-DUK-tiv
kˌaʊntəpɹədˈʌktɪv
kown-tuh-pruh-DUK-tiv
Definition
Having the opposite effect of what was intended or hoped for, making a situation worse instead of better.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaʊntɝpɹəˌdəktɪv
British English
kˌaʊntəpɹədˈʌktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOWN-ter-pruh-DUK-tiv
UK
kown-tuh-pruh-DUK-tiv
Listen in Context
Skipping sleep before an exam can be counterproductive.
Punishing children for every mistake is often counterproductive.
Using too much fertilizer can be counterproductive for some plants.
Honestly, arguing with him is just counterproductive—he never listens.