To pronounce "paycheck", say PAYCH-eck — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"paycheck" has 2 syllables: paych-eck. It rhymes with check and peck, if that helps it stick.
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“He was delighted after getting his first paycheck, but subsequently blew it all on the horses”
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"Paycheck" has 2 syllables: paych · eck.
Paycheck: Money received on payday as payment for work performed.
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