To pronounce "pre-eminently", say PREEM-in-ently — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
pre-eminently
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"pre-eminently" has 3 syllables: preem-in-ently. It rhymes with preeminently, if that helps it stick.
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"Pre-eminently" has 3 syllables: preem · in · ently.
Pre-eminently: In a preeminent manner.
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