To pronounce "hottentot", say HOTT-ent-ot — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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HOTT-ent-ot
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"hottentot" has 3 syllables: hott-ent-ot.
"Hottentot" has 3 syllables: hott · ent · ot.
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