Recounting: meaning, definitions and examples
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recounting
[ rɪˈkaʊntɪŋ ]
in conversation
The action of telling someone about something that has happened; a retelling or narrative of past events.
Synonyms
narration, recount, retelling.
Examples of usage
- Her recounting of the accident was detailed and emotional.
- I enjoyed his recounting of his travels in Europe.
legal
The process of counting the votes in an election again to ensure accuracy.
Synonyms
vote audit, vote recount.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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recounting |
Usually refers to the act of telling a story or narrating an event. It involves retelling incidents or experiences, often to share with others.
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vote recount |
Used when referring to the process of counting votes again in an election to verify the initial results. It is typically requested when the results are very close or contested.
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vote audit |
Specifically refers to a comprehensive review and examination of the voting process. It usually involves checking the accuracy of vote counts, security measures, and procedural compliance.
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Examples of usage
- The close margin of victory led to a recount of the ballots.
- The recount revealed a discrepancy in the initial tally.
Translations
Translations of the word "recounting" in other languages:
🇵🇹 recontagem
🇮🇳 पुनः गिनती
🇩🇪 Neuauszählung
🇮🇩 penghitungan ulang
🇺🇦 перерахунок
🇵🇱 ponowne liczenie
🇯🇵 再集計 (さいしゅうけい)
🇫🇷 recomptage
🇪🇸 recuento
🇹🇷 yeniden sayım
🇰🇷 재검표
🇸🇦 إعادة الفرز
🇨🇿 přepočítání
🇸🇰 prepočítanie
🇨🇳 重新计票 (chóng xīn jì piào)
🇸🇮 ponovno štetje
🇮🇸 endurútreikningur
🇰🇿 қайта санау
🇬🇪 გადათვლა
🇦🇿 təkrar hesablama
🇲🇽 recuento
Etymology
The word 'recounting' originated from the verb 'recount', which comes from the Old French word 'reconter', meaning 'tell in detail'. The term has been used since the late 16th century to describe the action of telling someone about past events or counting votes again for accuracy.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,843, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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- 18840 spotless
- 18841 morphologically
- 18842 dramatists
- 18843 recounting
- 18844 windward
- 18845 parenthesis
- 18846 pheasant
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