To pronounce "pugnacity", say PUGN-ac-ity — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
pugnacity
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PUGN-ac-ity
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"pugnacity" has 3 syllables: pugn-ac-ity.
"Pugnacity" has 3 syllables: pugn · ac · ity.
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