count

[kaʊnt]

count Definition

  • 1to determine the total number of something
  • 2to include someone or something in a calculation or consideration
  • 3to rely on someone or something

Using count: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "count" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Please count the number of people in the room.

  • Example

    The teacher counted the students present.

  • Example

    We can always count on her for help.

count Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for count

Idioms Using count

  • count one's blessings

    to be grateful for what one has

    Example

    Even though she lost her job, she still counts her blessings for having a supportive family.

  • count heads

    to count the number of people in a group

    Example

    Before leaving, please count heads to make sure everyone is here.

  • to consider the potential difficulties or consequences of something

    Example

    Before starting a business, it's important to count the cost and make sure you're prepared for the challenges ahead.

Phrases with count

  • to rely on someone or something

    Example

    You can always count on your family for support.

  • to exclude someone or something from a calculation or consideration

    Example

    I'm sorry, but we have to count you out of this project.

  • to count backwards from a certain number to zero

    Example

    We counted down from ten before launching the rocket.

Origins of count

from Old French 'conter', meaning 'to tell'

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Summary: count in Brief

The verb 'count' [kaʊnt] refers to determining the total number of something, including someone or something in a calculation or consideration, and relying on someone or something. It has various phrases like 'count on,' meaning to rely on someone or something, and idioms like 'count one's blessings,' meaning to be grateful for what one has, and 'count the cost,' meaning to consider the potential difficulties or consequences of something.

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