How to Pronounce Compendious

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

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

COMP-end-ious

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💡 Tip for remembering “compendious”

"compendious" has 3 syllables: comp-end-ious.

What does compendious mean?

adjective

  1. Containing a subset of words, succinctly described; abridged and summarized
  2. Briefly describing a body of knowledge

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Related words

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How many syllables are in "compendious"?▾

"Compendious" has 3 syllables: comp · end · ious.

What does "compendious" mean?▾

Compendious: Containing a subset of words, succinctly described; abridged and summarized

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