To pronounce "correctness", say CORR-ectn-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CORR-ectn-ess
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"correctness" has 3 syllables: corr-ectn-ess. It rhymes with directness, if that helps it stick.
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"Correctness" has 3 syllables: corr · ectn · ess.
Correctness: Freedom from error
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