How to Pronounce Combat

To pronounce "combat", say COMB-at — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒmˌbæt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɒmˌbæt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “combat”

"combat" has 2 syllables: comb-at. It rhymes with flat and cat, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: kombat — easy to mix up when writing.

What does combat mean?

noun

  1. A battle, a fight (often one in which weapons are used).
  2. A struggle for victory

verb

  1. To fight; to struggle against.

    “It has proven very difficult to combat drug addiction.”

  2. To fight (with); to struggle for victory (against).

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Words that rhyme with combat

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flatcatcaveatbratpatslatthatratdiplomatfatautocratwildcat

Related words

fightbattlefightingfighterhostilitiesattackattackingconflict

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "combat"?▾

"Combat" has 2 syllables: comb · at.

What is the IPA transcription of "combat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "combat" is /ˈkɒmˌbæt/.

What does "combat" mean?▾

Combat: A battle, a fight (often one in which weapons are used).

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