To pronounce "compress", say COMPR-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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COMPR-ess
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"compress" has 2 syllables: compr-ess. It rhymes with nonetheless and nevertheless, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Compress" has 2 syllables: compr · ess.
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