To pronounce "preparedness", say PREP-ar-edn-ess — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"preparedness" has 4 syllables: prep-ar-edn-ess.
noun
“preparedness for an exam”
"Preparedness" has 4 syllables: prep · ar · edn · ess.
Preparedness: The state of being prepared.
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