How to pronounce compliments
Say it like KOM-pluh-ments. Compliments has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM).
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- KOM
- pluh
- ments
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Compliments pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- pluhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- mentsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of compliments
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOM-plih-munts.
What does compliments mean?
- (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare“give him my kind regards”“my best wishes”
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Questions about saying compliments
How do you pronounce compliments?
Say KOM-pluh-ments. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑmpləmɛnts/. In British English it is /ˈkɒmplɪmənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in compliments?
Compliments has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM). Broken into parts: KOM · pluh · ments.
Is compliments pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒmplɪmənts/ (KOM-plih-munts).