How to pronounce commis
Say it like kuh-MEE. Commis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEE).
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- kuh
- MEE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Commis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of commis
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: KOM-ee.
What does commis mean?
- An assistant to a chef.
Where does commis come from?
Borrowed from French commis.
Words that rhyme with commis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of commis.
Questions about saying commis
How do you pronounce commis?
Say kuh-MEE. The American pronunciation is /kəˈmi/. In British English it is /ˈkɒmi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in commis?
Commis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEE). Broken into parts: kuh · MEE.
Is commis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈkɒmi/ (KOM-ee).