To pronounce "first-time", say FIRSTT-im-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"first-time" has 3 syllables: firstt-im-e.
"First-time" has 3 syllables: firstt · im · e.
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