To pronounce "pretence", say PRET-enc-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PRET-enc-e
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"pretence" has 3 syllables: pret-enc-e.
"Pretence" has 3 syllables: pret · enc · e.
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