To pronounce "controverse", say CONTR-ov-ers-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CONTR-ov-ers-e
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"controverse" has 4 syllables: contr-ov-ers-e.
"Controverse" has 4 syllables: contr · ov · ers · e.
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