English pronunciation · Words Starting with C
Conversant Pronunciation
Conversant is pronounced kuhn-VUR-suhnt, IPA /kənˈvɝsənt/.
kuhn-VUR-suhnt
US /kənˈvɝsənt/ · UK /kənˈvɜːsənt/
Syllables: kuhn · VUR · suhnt (3 syllables, stress on syllable 2)
adjective: Familiar with a subject and able to discuss it.
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Conversant in a Sentence
- He is conversant with the latest guidance.
- You need to be conversant in at least two of the systems.
- She was fully conversant with the file by Monday.
Common Mispronunciations of Conversant
Not KON-ver-suhnt
The beat goes to the middle syllable, keeping the word in line with converse and conversation.
Not kuhn-VER-sant
The ending is a reduced suhnt. A clear a makes the last syllable heavier than it should be.
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