How to Pronounce "accompaniment"
word
əˈkəmpnimənt/, /əˈkəmpnɪmənt
uh-KUHM-pni-muhnt
ɐkˈʌmpɐnˌɪmənt
uh-KUMP-uh-ni-muhnt
Definition
Something that goes with or supports something else, such as a side dish served with a main meal, or music played along with a main musical part.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈkəmpnimənt/, /əˈkəmpnɪmənt
British English
ɐkˈʌmpɐnˌɪmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KUHM-pni-muhnt
UK
uh-KUMP-uh-ni-muhnt
Listen in Context
Rice is a popular accompaniment to many dishes.
He played the guitar accompaniment for the singer.
Salad can be served as an accompaniment to meat.
The soft piano accompaniment made the song feel more emotional.