How to Pronounce Compassing

To pronounce "compassing", say COMP-ass-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

COMP-ass-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “compassing”

"compassing" has 3 syllables: comp-ass-ing. It rhymes with encompassing, if that helps it stick.

What does compassing mean?

verb

  1. To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.
  2. To go about or round entirely; to traverse.

noun

  1. The forming of plots or schemes; machination.

adjective

  1. Curved; bent

    “compassing timbers”

Synonyms

accomplishachieveattaingaingetreachcovertraverse

Words that rhyme with compassing

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encompassing

Related words

orbitrangedigcircumnavigateambitscopecomprehendreach

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compassing"?▾

"Compassing" has 3 syllables: comp · ass · ing.

What does "compassing" mean?▾

Compassing: To surround; to encircle; to environ; to stretch round.

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