To pronounce "acquiesce", say ACQ-uiesc-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ACQ-uiesc-e
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"acquiesce" has 3 syllables: acq-uiesc-e. It rhymes with nonetheless and nevertheless, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Acquiesce" has 3 syllables: acq · uiesc · e.
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