To pronounce "compasses", say COMP-ass-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
compasses
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COMP-ass-es
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"compasses" has 3 syllables: comp-ass-es. It rhymes with encompasses, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Compasses" has 3 syllables: comp · ass · es.
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