To pronounce "ball-shaped", say BALLSH-ap-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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BALLSH-ap-ed
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"ball-shaped" has 3 syllables: ballsh-ap-ed. It rhymes with awl-shaped, if that helps it stick.
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"Ball-shaped" has 3 syllables: ballsh · ap · ed.
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