To pronounce "initials", say IN-it-ials — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
initials
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IN-it-ials
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"initials" has 3 syllables: in-it-ials. It rhymes with officials and ficials, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Initials" has 3 syllables: in · it · ials.
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