To pronounce "preterite", say PRET-er-it-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
preterite
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PRET-er-it-e
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"preterite" has 4 syllables: pret-er-it-e.
"Preterite" has 4 syllables: pret · er · it · e.
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