To pronounce "defenseman", say DEF-ens-em-an — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DEF-ens-em-an
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"defenseman" has 4 syllables: def-ens-em-an.
"Defenseman" has 4 syllables: def · ens · em · an.
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