To pronounce "non-compulsory", say NONC-omp-uls-ory — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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NONC-omp-uls-ory
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"non-compulsory" has 4 syllables: nonc-omp-uls-ory.
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"Non-compulsory" has 4 syllables: nonc · omp · uls · ory.
Non-compulsory: Not compulsory.
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