To pronounce "illinois", say ILL-in-ois — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
illinois
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"illinois" has 3 syllables: ill-in-ois. It rhymes with coy and poise, if that helps it stick.
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"Illinois" has 3 syllables: ill · in · ois.
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