To pronounce "bonsai", say BONS-ai — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
bonsai
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BONS-ai
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"bonsai" has 2 syllables: bons-ai. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Bonsai" has 2 syllables: bons · ai.
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