To pronounce "ominous", say OM-in-ous — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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OM-in-ous
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"ominous" has 3 syllables: om-in-ous. It rhymes with commonness, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Ominous" has 3 syllables: om · in · ous.
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