To pronounce "painstakingness", say PAINST-ak-ingn-ess — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
painstakingness
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PAINST-ak-ingn-ess
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"painstakingness" has 4 syllables: painst-ak-ingn-ess.
"Painstakingness" has 4 syllables: painst · ak · ingn · ess.
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