To pronounce "headline-ese", say HEADL-in-ees-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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HEADL-in-ees-e
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"headline-ese" has 4 syllables: headl-in-ees-e.
"Headline-ese" has 4 syllables: headl · in · ees · e.
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