To pronounce "lessens", say LESS-ens — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
lessens
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"lessens" has 2 syllables: less-ens. It rhymes with lessons and delicatessens, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: lessons — easy to mix up when writing.
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"Lessens" has 2 syllables: less · ens.
Lessens: To make less; to diminish; to reduce.
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