How to Pronounce Supplement

To pronounce "supplement", say SUPPL-em-ent — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌpləmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈsʌpləmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “supplement”

"supplement" has 3 syllables: suppl-em-ent. It rhymes with lament and augment, if that helps it stick.

What does supplement mean?

noun

  1. Something added, especially to make up for a deficiency.
  2. An extension to a document or publication that adds information, corrects errors or brings up to date.

verb

  1. To provide or make a supplement to something.

Synonyms

additioneke out

Words that rhyme with supplement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lamentaugmentcontentpresentdiscontentdissenttormentassentrepentcircumventrepresentmalcontent

Related words

appurtenanceaccessoryaffixaddendumpostscriptappendsupplementarysupplementarity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supplement"?▾

"Supplement" has 3 syllables: suppl · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "supplement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "supplement" is /ˈsʌpləmənt/.

What does "supplement" mean?▾

Supplement: Something added, especially to make up for a deficiency.

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