How to Pronounce Compliant

To pronounce "compliant", say COMPL-iant — 2 syllables, IPA /kəmˈplʌɪənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/kəmˈplʌɪənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compliant”

"compliant" has 2 syllables: compl-iant. It rhymes with riant and pliant, if that helps it stick.

What does compliant mean?

adjective

Willing to comply; submissive; willing to do what someone wants.
“Tendon is compliant compared to bone.”
Compatible with or following guidelines, specifications, rules, or laws.
“The browser is standards-compliant.”

Synonyms

bending pliant yielding conformant

Antonyms

non-compliant noncompliant

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Words that rhyme with compliant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

riant pliant defiant client reliant alliant scient supergiant obryant obriant briant bryant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compliant"?▾

"Compliant" has 2 syllables: compl · iant.

What is the IPA transcription of "compliant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compliant" is /kəmˈplʌɪənt/.

What does "compliant" mean?▾

Compliant: Willing to comply; submissive; willing to do what someone wants.

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