To pronounce "atavist", say AT-av-ist — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
atavist
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AT-av-ist
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"atavist" has 3 syllables: at-av-ist.
"Atavist" has 3 syllables: at · av · ist.
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