How to Pronounce "compromise on"
expression
ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KAHM-pruh-myz ON
kˈɒmpɹəmˌaɪz/ /ˈɒn
KOM-pruh-myz ON
Definition
To accept something less than you want in order to reach an agreement, especially by giving up some demands or qualities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
kˈɒmpɹəmˌaɪz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHM-pruh-myz ON
UK
KOM-pruh-myz ON
Listen in Context
We cannot compromise on safety.
He refused to compromise on his values.
They had to compromise on the price to finalize the deal.
I’m not willing to compromise on my dreams just to please others.