compass rose

Questions

What does compass rose mean?

A graduated circle, usually marked in degrees, indicating directions and printed or inscribed on an appropriate medium, often a map.

How to pronounce compass rose

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “compass rose”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “compass rose”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “compass rose” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.