How to Pronounce Et-cetera

To pronounce "et-cetera", say ETC-et-er-a — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

ETC-et-er-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “et-cetera

"et-cetera" has 4 syllables: etc-et-er-a.

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How do you pronounce "et-cetera"?

To pronounce "et-cetera", say ETC-et-er-a — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "et-cetera"?

"Et-cetera" has 4 syllables: etc · et · er · a.

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