How to pronounce complisult
Say it like KOM-pluh-sult. Complisult has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM).
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- KOM
- pluh
- sult
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Complisult 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.
- sultKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of complisult
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOM-plih-sult.
What does complisult mean?
- A backhanded compliment.
- To compliment backhandedly.
Where does complisult come from?
From blend of compliment + insult.
Questions about saying complisult
How do you pronounce complisult?
Say KOM-pluh-sult. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑmpləsʌlt/. In British English it is /ˈkɒmplɪsʌlt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in complisult?
Complisult has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOM). Broken into parts: KOM · pluh · sult.
Is complisult 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 /ˈkɒmplɪsʌlt/ (KOM-plih-sult).