To pronounce "grown-ups", say GROWN-ups — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"grown-ups" has 2 syllables: grown-ups.
noun
"Grown-ups" has 2 syllables: grown · ups.
Grown-ups: An adult. (used especially by children)
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