To pronounce "paper-thin", say PAP-erth-in — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PAP-erth-in
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"paper-thin" has 3 syllables: pap-erth-in.
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"Paper-thin" has 3 syllables: pap · erth · in.
Paper-thin: Very thin, as paper is; insubstantial.
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