word
Business
Headcount
HED-kownt
/ˈhɛdkaʊnt/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
Headcount
Dictionary meaning
The total number of people employed by a company.
Examples
- The reorganisation reduced headcount by 12% across the division.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on first syllable.
People also look up
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Headcount” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction