To pronounce "lamppost", say LAMPP-ost — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
lamppost
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LAMPP-ost
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"lamppost" has 2 syllables: lampp-ost. It rhymes with host and engrossed, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Lamppost" has 2 syllables: lampp · ost.
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