How to Pronounce "comprehension"
word
ˌkɑmpɹiˈhɛnʃən
kom-pri-HEN-shun
kˌɒmpɹɪhˈɛnʃən
kom-pri-HEN-shun
Definition
The ability to understand something, such as language, text, or an idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑmpɹiˈhɛnʃən
British English
kˌɒmpɹɪhˈɛnʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kom-pri-HEN-shun
UK
kom-pri-HEN-shun
Listen in Context
Her comprehension of English is very good.
The test measures your comprehension of the reading.
Good comprehension is important for learning new languages.
My listening comprehension improves when I watch movies without subtitles.