To pronounce "misbehave", say MISB-eh-av-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MISB-eh-av-e
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"misbehave" has 4 syllables: misb-eh-av-e. It rhymes with enclave and waive, if that helps it stick.
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“He doesn't mean to misbehave; he just doesn't know better.”
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"Misbehave" has 4 syllables: misb · eh · av · e.
Misbehave: To act or behave in an inappropriate, improper, incorrect, or unexpected manner.
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