To pronounce "governesses", say GOV-ern-ess-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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GOV-ern-ess-es
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"governesses" has 4 syllables: gov-ern-ess-es.
"Governesses" has 4 syllables: gov · ern · ess · es.
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