To pronounce "essayist", say ESS-ay-ist — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ESS-ay-ist
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"essayist" has 3 syllables: ess-ay-ist. It rhymes with gayest and grayest, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Essayist" has 3 syllables: ess · ay · ist.
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