To pronounce "explained", say EXPL-ain-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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EXPL-ain-ed
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"explained" has 3 syllables: expl-ain-ed. It rhymes with restrained and constrained, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Explained" has 3 syllables: expl · ain · ed.
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