To pronounce "prometheus", say PROM-eth-eus — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
prometheus
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"prometheus" has 3 syllables: prom-eth-eus.
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"Prometheus" has 3 syllables: prom · eth · eus.
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