To pronounce "nearest", say NEAR-est — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
nearest
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NEAR-est
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"nearest" has 2 syllables: near-est. It rhymes with dearest and lyrist, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Nearest" has 2 syllables: near · est.
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