To pronounce "publicans", say PUBL-ic-ans — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
publicans
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PUBL-ic-ans
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"publicans" has 3 syllables: publ-ic-ans. It rhymes with republicans, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Publicans" has 3 syllables: publ · ic · ans.
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