To pronounce "opponents", say OPP-on-ents — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"opponents" has 3 syllables: opp-on-ents. It rhymes with components and proponents, if that helps it stick.
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“During the crackdown, many opponents of the regime were arrested.”
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"Opponents" has 3 syllables: opp · on · ents.
Opponents: One who opposes another; one who works or takes a position against someone or something; one who attempts to stop the progress of someone or something.
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