To pronounce "dove-tail", say DOV-et-ail — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
dove-tail
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DOV-et-ail
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"dove-tail" has 3 syllables: dov-et-ail.
"Dove-tail" has 3 syllables: dov · et · ail.
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