To pronounce "hotaru", say HOT-ar-u — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hotaru
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HOT-ar-u
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"hotaru" has 3 syllables: hot-ar-u.
"Hotaru" has 3 syllables: hot · ar · u.
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