To pronounce "middle-class", say MIDDL-ecl-ass — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MIDDL-ecl-ass
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"middle-class" has 3 syllables: middl-ecl-ass. It rhymes with ass and pass, if that helps it stick.
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"Middle-class" has 3 syllables: middl · ecl · ass.
Middle-class: Occupying a position between the upper class and the working class
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