To pronounce "platypuses", say PLATYP-us-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PLATYP-us-es
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"platypuses" has 3 syllables: platyp-us-es.
"Platypuses" has 3 syllables: platyp · us · es.
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