To pronounce "compere", say COMP-er-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒmpeə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈkɒmpeə/
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"compere" has 3 syllables: comp-er-e. It rhymes with comper, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: comper — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
“Every year I am the compere for our Church Quiz Night.”
verb
“I will be compering for next week's Village Fete.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Compere" has 3 syllables: comp · er · e.
The IPA transcription of "compere" is /ˈkɒmpeə/.
Compere: A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.
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