How to Pronounce Composition

To pronounce "composition", say comp-os-IT-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɑmpəˈzɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˌkɑmpəˈzɪʃən/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/kˌɒmpəzˈɪʃən/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “composition”

Break "composition" into 4 beats and lean on "IT" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does composition mean?

noun

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

Synonyms

configurationconstitutionblendmelange

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Words that rhyme with composition

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisitioncontrition

Related words

pieceauthorshipreportthemepenningwritingtypographyconstitution

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "composition"?▾

"Composition" has 4 syllables: comp · os · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "composition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "composition" is /ˌkɑmpəˈzɪʃən/.

What does "composition" mean?▾

Composition: The act of putting together; assembly.

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