To pronounce "preterm", say PRET-erm — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
preterm
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PRET-erm
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"preterm" has 2 syllables: pret-erm.
"Preterm" has 2 syllables: pret · erm.
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