To pronounce "plainer", say PLAIN-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
plainer
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PLAIN-er
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"plainer" has 2 syllables: plain-er. It rhymes with retainer and container, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: planar, planer — easy to mix up when writing.
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"Plainer" has 2 syllables: plain · er.
Plainer: Flat, level.
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