Cool MateRecount
UK //rɪˈkaʊnt//US //rɪˈkaʊnt//
Definition
To tell someone about something that happened, especially in detail.
In simple words: To tell or describe something again, often in detail.
Examples
- She was asked to recount her experiences during the trip.
- The witness was asked to recount the events of the night in detail.
- During the meeting, he will recount the project’s progress.
- At the reunion, everyone took turns to recount their favorite memories from school.
- In her autobiography, she recounts significant moments from her childhood.
Usage notes
Use 'recount' in formal contexts or when retelling a story. Don't use it for short or casual accounts.
Grammar pattern
recount + object
Memory hint
Imagine recounting your favorite story again to a group, highlighting the details.
Collocations
- recount a story
- recount experiences
- recount details
Synonyms
- narrate
- describe
- retell
- restate
- report
Antonyms
- suppress
- withhold
Common mistakes
- Using 'recount' instead of 'count again' which means to count something once more.
- Confusing 'recount' with 'account' which has a different meaning.
- Omitting important details when asked to recount an event.