countdown
Translation
countdown
Examples
The final countdown to the launch has begun.
The final countdown to the launch has begun.
It's the countdown to the New Year.
It's the countdown to the New Year.
Grammar Patterns
a countdown ((to sth.)) the period of time before an event It's the countdown to the holidays.
Similar Words
Synonyms: final moments, lead-up
Etymology
A compound word from the verb 'count' and the adverb 'down'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'counting' numbers 'down' from 10 to 0 for a rocket launch.