To pronounce "extinguish", say EXT-ing-uish — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
extinguish
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EXT-ing-uish
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"extinguish" has 3 syllables: ext-ing-uish. It rhymes with distinguish, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Extinguish" has 3 syllables: ext · ing · uish.
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