How many syllables in compass?

Syllables in compass

2

com·pass

Compass has two syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable.

How to say compass

Pronunciation/ˈkʌmpəs/
2 syllables, COM-pass · DUM-da
StressFirst syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say compass slowly and listen for each vowel sound: com, pass. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with compass

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Questions

How many syllables are in compass?
Compass has two syllables.
How do you divide compass into syllables?
Compass divides as com-pass.
Which syllable is stressed in compass?
The first syllable (COM-pass).

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