How to Pronounce Company

To pronounce "company", say COMP-any — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkʌmp(ə)ni/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkʌmp(ə)ni/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “company”

"company" has 2 syllables: comp-any. It rhymes with accompany and tympani, if that helps it stick.

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

What does company mean?

noun

  1. A team; a group of people who work together professionally.
  2. A small group of birds or animals.

verb

  1. To accompany, keep company with.
  2. To associate.

Synonyms

fellowshipfriendshipmateshipassociationcompanionshiporganizationsocietyattendescortgo with

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Words that rhyme with company

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accompanytympanitympanyintercompanycompagnie

Related words

societyaccompanyfellowshipcomradeshippartycompanionshipcompanioncaller

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "company"?▾

"Company" has 2 syllables: comp · any.

What is the IPA transcription of "company"?▾

The IPA transcription of "company" is /ˈkʌmp(ə)ni/.

What does "company" mean?▾

Company: A team; a group of people who work together professionally.

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