How to Pronounce Compulsory

To pronounce "compulsory", say COMP-uls-ory — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpʌlsəri/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kəmˈpʌlsəri/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “compulsory”

"compulsory" has 3 syllables: comp-uls-ory.

What does compulsory mean?

noun

  1. Something that is compulsory or required.

adjective

  1. Required; obligatory; mandatory.

    “The ten-dollar fee was compulsory.”

  2. Having the power of compulsion; constraining.

    “Such compulsory measures are limited.”

Synonyms

mandatory

Antonyms

optional

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Related words

mandatoryobligatoryrequiredmandatorilyobligatorilymandatedobligedrequire

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "compulsory"?▾

"Compulsory" has 3 syllables: comp · uls · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "compulsory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "compulsory" is /kəmˈpʌlsəri/.

What does "compulsory" mean?▾

Compulsory: Something that is compulsory or required.

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