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counterparts

Pronunciation: [ˈkaʊntərpɑrts]

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Learn how to use counterparts in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “similarity”

(noun) a counterpart is a person or thing that has a similar role, function, or characteristics to another. It’s like when there are two different things that do the same kind of work.

Example

The teacher met with her counterpart at the other school to discuss new methods.

Example

The new software doesn't have a counterpart in the old version; they're very different.

Example

Who are the counterparts in different countries for this project?

Context: “relationship”

(noun) counterparts can also refer to two people who are in similar positions or situations in different places or groups. Like friends in different schools who have similar roles.

Example

The managers in both companies are considered counterparts because they do the same job.

Example

Her counterpart at the other company is not as experienced, which makes teamwork harder.

Example

How do the counterparts in different countries work together?

How to pronounce counterparts

Pronunciation: [ˈkaʊntərpɑrts]

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