To pronounce "janissaries", say JAN-iss-ar-ies — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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JAN-iss-ar-ies
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"janissaries" has 4 syllables: jan-iss-ar-ies.
"Janissaries" has 4 syllables: jan · iss · ar · ies.
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