To pronounce "contrivances", say CONTR-iv-anc-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CONTR-iv-anc-es
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"contrivances" has 4 syllables: contr-iv-anc-es.
"Contrivances" has 4 syllables: contr · iv · anc · es.
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