To pronounce "butterflies", say BUTT-erfl-ies — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
butterflies
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BUTT-erfl-ies
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"butterflies" has 3 syllables: butt-erfl-ies. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Butterflies" has 3 syllables: butt · erfl · ies.
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