To pronounce "abstains", say ABST-ains — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
abstains
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ABST-ains
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"abstains" has 2 syllables: abst-ains.
"Abstains" has 2 syllables: abst · ains.
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