To pronounce "detail", say DET-ail — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DET-ail
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"detail" has 2 syllables: det-ail. It rhymes with wail and gale, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Detail" has 2 syllables: det · ail.
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