How to Pronounce Accompaniments

To pronounce "accompaniments", say ACC-omp-an-im-ents — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

14

Letters

ACC-omp-an-im-ents

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"accompaniments" has 5 syllables: acc-omp-an-im-ents.

What does accompaniments mean?

noun

  1. A part, usually performed by instruments, that gives support or adds to the background in music, or adds for ornamentation; also, the harmony of a figured bass.
  2. That which accompanies; something that attends as a circumstance, or which is added to give greater completeness to the principal thing, or by way of ornament, or for the sake of symmetry.

Synonyms

attachmentsupplement

Related words

concomitantco-occurrenceescortsupportaccompanyingaccompaniesaccompaniedaccessories

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accompaniments"?▾

"Accompaniments" has 5 syllables: acc · omp · an · im · ents.

What does "accompaniments" mean?▾

Accompaniments: A part, usually performed by instruments, that gives support or adds to the background in music, or adds for ornamentation; also, the harmony of a figured bass.

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