To pronounce "contra-", say CONTR-a — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CONTR-a
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"contra-" has 2 syllables: contr-a. It rhymes with entre and kontra, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Contra-" has 2 syllables: contr · a.
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