To pronounce "crossbones", say CROSSB-on-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
crossbones
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CROSSB-on-es
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"crossbones" has 3 syllables: crossb-on-es. It rhymes with jones and homophones, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Crossbones" has 3 syllables: crossb · on · es.
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