To pronounce "pompeii", say POMP-eii — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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POMP-eii
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"pompeii" has 2 syllables: pomp-eii. It rhymes with wampee, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Pompeii" has 2 syllables: pomp · eii.
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