To pronounce "obsesses", say OBS-ess-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
obsesses
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OBS-ess-es
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"obsesses" has 3 syllables: obs-ess-es. It rhymes with tresses and possesses, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Obsesses" has 3 syllables: obs · ess · es.
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