To pronounce "postmistress", say POSTM-istr-ess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"postmistress" has 3 syllables: postm-istr-ess. It rhymes with toastmistress, if that helps it stick.
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"Postmistress" has 3 syllables: postm · istr · ess.
Postmistress: A female postmaster
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