How to Pronounce "compost"
word
ˈkɑmpoʊst
KAHM-post
kˈɒmpɒst
KOM-post
Definition
Compost is a mixture of decayed plant and food waste used to improve soil and help plants grow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑmpoʊst
British English
kˈɒmpɒst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHM-post
UK
KOM-post
Listen in Context
We use compost in our garden to help the plants grow.
You can make compost from vegetable scraps and leaves.
Throw the fruit peels into the compost bin.
Instead of throwing food waste away, we turn it into compost for the yard.