To pronounce "motherese", say MOTH-er-es-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
motherese
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MOTH-er-es-e
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"motherese" has 4 syllables: moth-er-es-e.
"Motherese" has 4 syllables: moth · er · es · e.
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