To pronounce "pretextuous", say PRET-ext-uous — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PRET-ext-uous
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"pretextuous" has 3 syllables: pret-ext-uous.
"Pretextuous" has 3 syllables: pret · ext · uous.
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