To pronounce "astounded", say AST-ound-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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AST-ound-ed
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"astounded" has 3 syllables: ast-ound-ed. It rhymes with confounded and unbounded, if that helps it stick.
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"Astounded" has 3 syllables: ast · ound · ed.
Astounded: To astonish, bewilder or dazzle.
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