To pronounce "protagonist", say PROT-ag-on-ist — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
protagonist
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PROT-ag-on-ist
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"protagonist" has 4 syllables: prot-ag-on-ist. It rhymes with antagonist and agonist, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Protagonist" has 4 syllables: prot · ag · on · ist.
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