How to Pronounce Commons

To pronounce "commons", say COMM-ons — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒmənz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɒmənz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “commons”

"commons" has 2 syllables: comm-ons. It rhymes with romines and commins, if that helps it stick.

What does commons mean?

noun

  1. Mutual good, shared by more than one.
  2. A tract of land in common ownership; common land.

verb

  1. To communicate (something).
  2. To converse, talk.

noun

  1. A dining hall, usually at a college or university.
  2. A central section of (usually an older) town, designated as a shared area, a common.

    “The Renaissance festival started with the "peasants" meeting in the commons.”

Synonyms

House of Commonscommon houseres communis

Words that rhyme with commons

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

rominescomminsmccommonsmommens

Related words

commonaltycommonalityparkgreencommunejointcooperativecollective

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "commons"?▾

"Commons" has 2 syllables: comm · ons.

What is the IPA transcription of "commons"?▾

The IPA transcription of "commons" is /ˈkɒmənz/.

What does "commons" mean?▾

Commons: Mutual good, shared by more than one.

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