How to Pronounce Conversant

To pronounce "conversant", say CONV-ers-ant — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈvɝsənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kənˈvɝsənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conversant”

"conversant" has 3 syllables: conv-ers-ant. It rhymes with versant and dispersant, if that helps it stick.

What does conversant mean?

noun

  1. One who converses with another.

adjective

  1. Closely familiar; current; having frequent interaction
  2. Familiar or acquainted by use or study; well-informed; versed

    “She is equally conversant with Shakespeare and the laws of physics.”

Words that rhyme with conversant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

versantdispersanthersant

Related words

informedfamiliarunderstandingunderstandacquaintedunfamiliarcurrentaffinitive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conversant"?▾

"Conversant" has 3 syllables: conv · ers · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "conversant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conversant" is /kənˈvɝsənt/.

What does "conversant" mean?▾

Conversant: One who converses with another.

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