Recounting: meaning, definitions and examples

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recounting

 

[ rɪˈkaʊntɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

The process of counting the votes in an election again to ensure accuracy.

Synonyms

vote audit, vote recount.

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Word Description / Examples
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.

  • She spent the evening recounting tales from her childhood
  • His recounting of the adventure was absolutely thrilling
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.

  • The candidate demanded a vote recount after the tight election
  • After the vote recount, the margin of victory was confirmed to be only 50 votes
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.

  • The officials ordered a vote audit to ensure the integrity of the election
  • An independent organization will conduct a vote audit to verify the results

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.