To pronounce "paper-knife", say PAP-erkn-if-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PAP-erkn-if-e
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"paper-knife" has 4 syllables: pap-erkn-if-e.
"Paper-knife" has 4 syllables: pap · erkn · if · e.
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