To pronounce "half-smile", say HALFSM-il-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
half-smile
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HALFSM-il-e
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"half-smile" has 3 syllables: halfsm-il-e.
"Half-smile" has 3 syllables: halfsm · il · e.
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