To pronounce "nearly-dead", say NEARLYD-ead — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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NEARLYD-ead
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"nearly-dead" has 2 syllables: nearlyd-ead.
"Nearly-dead" has 2 syllables: nearlyd · ead.
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