To pronounce "contractual", say CONTR-act-ual — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"contractual" has 3 syllables: contr-act-ual. It rhymes with factual, if that helps it stick.
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“our contractual obligations”
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"Contractual" has 3 syllables: contr · act · ual.
Contractual: Of, relating to, or enforced by a contract.
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