To pronounce "ikigai", say IK-ig-ai — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
ikigai
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IK-ig-ai
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"ikigai" has 3 syllables: ik-ig-ai.
"Ikigai" has 3 syllables: ik · ig · ai.
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