To pronounce "cardinals", say CARD-in-als — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CARD-in-als
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"cardinals" has 3 syllables: card-in-als. It rhymes with dardanelles, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Cardinals" has 3 syllables: card · in · als.
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