A whole comprises parts.
Compose and constitute refer to the parts that make up the whole.
Don’t use is comprised of.
Tip:
Even some native speakers of English have trouble with the verb to comprise. If possible, use trouble-free synonyms such as consist of, include, or contain.
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The office suite comprises a word processor, a spreadsheet application, and a database.
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The office suite includes a word processor, a spreadsheet application, and a database.
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The manual comprises seven chapters.
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The manual consists of seven chapters.
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The CPU, the hard disk, the keyboard, and the display constitute the device.
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The device consists of:
▪CPU ▪hard disk ▪keyboard ▪display |
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The training is composed of 6 lessons.
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The training includes 6 lessons.
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