third-person singular verb
Is made up of particular parts, people, or things.
The committee consists of representatives from each department.
This cake consists of layers of chocolate and cream.
American English
How to pronounce consists
verbB1Common word
knSIHSTS
/kʰn̩ˈsɪsts/
2 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of consist
Is made up of particular parts, people, or things.
What to listen for
“Consists” is usually pronounced /kʰn̩ˈsɪsts/. In natural connected speech, the /t/ may be hard to hear, so you may hear /kʰn̩ˈsɪs/.
Meanings & examples
third-person singular verb
Has its main value or meaning in a particular quality, action, or idea.
The real challenge consists in staying calm.
Her strength consists in her patience.