To pronounce "pugilism", say PUG-il-ism — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
pugilism
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PUG-il-ism
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"pugilism" has 3 syllables: pug-il-ism.
"Pugilism" has 3 syllables: pug · il · ism.
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