To pronounce "handicap", say HAND-ic-ap — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
handicap
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HAND-ic-ap
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"handicap" has 3 syllables: hand-ic-ap. It rhymes with snap and trap, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Handicap" has 3 syllables: hand · ic · ap.
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