To pronounce "purpose-like", say PURP-os-el-ik-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PURP-os-el-ik-e
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"purpose-like" has 5 syllables: purp-os-el-ik-e.
"Purpose-like" has 5 syllables: purp · os · el · ik · e.
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