To pronounce "missteps", say MISST-eps — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
missteps
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MISST-eps
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"missteps" has 2 syllables: misst-eps. It rhymes with steps and triceps, if that helps it stick.
verb
“My dance partner misstepped and landed on my toe.”
“I don't want to misstep by offending them.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Missteps" has 2 syllables: misst · eps.
Missteps: To step badly or incorrectly.
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