To pronounce "polysynthesis", say POLYSYNTH-es-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
polysynthesis
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POLYSYNTH-es-is
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"polysynthesis" has 3 syllables: polysynth-es-is.
"Polysynthesis" has 3 syllables: polysynth · es · is.
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