To pronounce "prewar", say PREW-ar — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
prewar
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"prewar" has 2 syllables: prew-ar. It rhymes with implore and core, if that helps it stick.
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"Prewar" has 2 syllables: prew · ar.
Prewar: Before a war.
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