How to Pronounce Compile

To pronounce "compile", say COMP-il-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmpʌɪl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/kəmpʌɪl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compile”

"compile" has 3 syllables: comp-il-e. It rhymes with reconcile and vile, if that helps it stick.

What does compile mean?

noun

An act of compiling code.

verb

To put together; to assemble; to make by gathering things from various sources.
“Samuel Johnson compiled one of the most influential dictionaries of the English language.”
To construct, build.

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Words that rhyme with compile

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reconcile vile beguile versatile juvenile senile hostile pile aisle smile revile file

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compile"?▾

"Compile" has 3 syllables: comp · il · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "compile"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compile" is /kəmpʌɪl/.

What does "compile" mean?▾

Compile: An act of compiling code.

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