To pronounce "alkanes", say ALK-an-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
alkanes
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ALK-an-es
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"alkanes" has 3 syllables: alk-an-es. It rhymes with remains and manes, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Alkanes" has 3 syllables: alk · an · es.
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