To pronounce "athletes", say ATHL-et-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ATHL-et-es
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"athletes" has 3 syllables: athl-et-es. It rhymes with seats and sweets, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Athletes" has 3 syllables: athl · et · es.
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