compere

USAGE SUMMARY

'compere' is a correct and usable word in written English.
It can be used as an English equivalent of the French verb compérer, which means to act as a host or master of ceremonies at a formal or informal event. For example: The compere of the awards ceremony executed her duties with grace and aplomb.

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Just a note for the talent: It's not nice when Kasper and his compere friend laugh at the Albanian man in the cap, even though he's absurd.

The Guardian - TV & Radio

But the biggest laugh of the evening came later, when the compere said he had heard that the audience had lost a lot of money recently: "The good news is that it was other people's".That punchline neatly sums up the critique now being made of how bankers (more specifically, bosses and traders at investment banks) are paid.

The Economist

The Samoan compere says 93 languages are spoken in the Anchorage school system.

The Economist

(Eva Mendes, Mr Gosling's wife, pops up here as the compere Kitty Cat).

The Economist

Yet Mr Forsyth is the improbable face of Britain's favourite television programme.Twelve million viewers saw him compere the finale of "Strictly Come Dancing" on December 22nd.

The Economist

I think I was almost the only journalist there (a luxury of working for a weekly), and a suspiciously large proportion of the people who asked questions to Gordon Brown, his back-up Alan Johnson and the compere Yvette Cooper were councillors from Camden.

The Economist

There were disastrous nights when the compere couldn't get his name right – "ladies and gentlemen, Omad Darjeeling!" — and where he didn't get a single laugh.

Independent

The results were bizarre tableaux which the compere would introduce with words like: "First, ladies and gentlemen, the lovely Natalya and the charming little Renée offer you 'The Toilet of Nudes' by Diego Velasquez from the National Gallery here in London".

Independent

"We understand there's nothing sexier than a room full of dead animals," our compere says at the welcome dinner for the museum's "adults-only" night.

Independent

A compere, who goes by the name of Red Velvet, will introduce each clip and singer-songwriter Jay Jay Pistolet will provide support.

Independent

The evening will be hosted by a flamboyant and mischievous compere, who will normally perform his or her own songs, crack jokes, banter with the audience and introduce the acts.

Independent

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When writing formally, consider using "master of ceremonies" instead of "compere" to maintain a professional tone.

Common error

Avoid misspelling "compere" as "compare". Ensure you pronounce it correctly; the emphasis is on the second syllable.

Linguistic Context

"Compere" primarily functions as a noun or a verb. As a noun, it refers to the person who acts as the host of an event, and as a verb, it describes the act of hosting. Ludwig AI confirms the grammatical correctness of this usage.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

98%

Formal & Business

1%

Science

1%

Less common in

Academia

0%

Encyclopedias

0%

Wiki

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The term "compere" is a grammatically sound and frequently used word, primarily functioning as a noun or verb to describe the role of a host or master of ceremonies. Ludwig's analysis of numerous examples reveals that "compere" is most commonly found in news and media contexts, with a neutral to informal register. While "master of ceremonies" serves as a more formal alternative, "compere" remains widely accepted and understood. Ludwig AI validates the word's correctness, making it a reliable choice for describing event hosts.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

compère

Using the French spelling of the word.

master of ceremonies

More formal and traditional term for someone hosting an event.

emcee

An abbreviation of master of ceremonies, often used in informal settings.

host

A more general term for someone who receives or entertains guests.

presenter

Emphasizes the act of introducing or showing something to an audience.

moderator

Typically used for someone who leads a discussion or debate.

introducer

Highlights the role of presenting acts or speakers.

ringmaster

Specifically refers to the host of a circus or similar performance.

announcer

Someone who gives information or news, often on radio or television.

anchor

Usually refers to a news presenter, especially on television.

FAQs

How to use "compere" in a sentence?

You can use "compere" as a noun, such as "The "compere" introduced the next act", or as a verb, like "He will "compere" the show tonight".

What can I say instead of "compere"?

You can use alternatives like "master of ceremonies", "host", or "emcee" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "compere" or "compare"?

"Compere" is the correct term for a master of ceremonies. "Compare" means to examine similarities or differences between things.

What's the difference between "compere" and "host"?

While both "compere" and "host" refer to someone who presents or entertains, "compere" typically implies a more formal or professional role in guiding a show or event.