How to Pronounce Compo

To pronounce "compo", say COMP-o — 2 syllables, IPA /kɒm.pəʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/kɒm.pəʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compo”

"compo" has 2 syllables: comp-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does compo mean?

noun

  1. The act or principle of compensating.
  2. Something which is regarded as an equivalent; something which compensates for loss.

noun

  1. The action of competing.

    “The competition for this job is strong.”

  2. A contest for a prize or award.

    “The newspaper is featuring a competition to win a car.”

noun

  1. The act of putting together; assembly.
  2. A mixture or compound; the result of composing.

Synonyms

restitutionamendsrecompenseremunerationset-offconfigurationconstitutionblendmelange

Antonyms

cooperation

Words that rhyme with compo

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

componentscommiecommosussopozziecomsympsubbiecobber

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compo"?▾

"Compo" has 2 syllables: comp · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "compo"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compo" is /kɒm.pəʊ/.

What does "compo" mean?▾

Compo: The act or principle of compensating.

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