How to pronounce encompass
Say it like en-KUHM-pus. Encompass has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHM).
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- en
- KUHM
- pus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Encompass pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- KUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- pusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of encompass
American and British speakers say encompass in essentially the same way: /ɛnˈkʌmpəs/ in the US and /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-KUHM-pus.
What does encompass mean?
- To form a circle around; to encircle.
- To include within its scope; to circumscribe or go round so as to surround; to enclose; to contain.
- To include completely; to describe fully or comprehensively.“This book on English grammar encompasses all irregular verbs.”
Where does encompass come from?
From Middle English encompassen.
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Words that rhyme with encompass
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Questions about saying encompass
How do you pronounce encompass?
Say en-KUHM-pus. The American pronunciation is /ɛnˈkʌmpəs/. In British English it is /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in encompass?
Encompass has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHM). Broken into parts: en · KUHM · pus.
Do Americans and Brits say encompass the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛnˈkʌmpəs/ and the British form is /ɪnˈkʌmpəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.