To pronounce "asphalt", say ASPH-alt — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ASPH-alt
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"asphalt" has 2 syllables: asph-alt. It rhymes with exalt and assault, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Asphalt" has 2 syllables: asph · alt.
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