How to Pronounce "encounter"
word
/ɪnˈkaʊnɝ/
in-KOWN-tur
/ɛnkˈaʊntɐ/
in-KOWN-tuh
Definition
To unexpectedly meet someone or something, or to experience something difficult or new.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪnˈkaʊnɝ/
British English
/ɛnkˈaʊntɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-KOWN-tur
UK
in-KOWN-tuh
Listen in Context
We encountered a snake on our hike.
I encountered a problem with my computer.
They encounter new cultures when they travel.
I never expected to encounter my old teacher at the airport!