To pronounce "jackknives", say JACKKN-iv-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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JACKKN-iv-es
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"jackknives" has 3 syllables: jackkn-iv-es.
"Jackknives" has 3 syllables: jackkn · iv · es.
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