To pronounce "contours", say CONT-ours — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
contours
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CONT-ours
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"contours" has 2 syllables: cont-ours. It rhymes with obscures and yours, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Contours" has 2 syllables: cont · ours.
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