To pronounce "foreign-born", say FOR-eignb-orn — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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FOR-eignb-orn
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"foreign-born" has 3 syllables: for-eignb-orn.
"Foreign-born" has 3 syllables: for · eignb · orn.
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