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