To pronounce "sassafras", say SASS-afr-as — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SASS-afr-as
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"sassafras" has 3 syllables: sass-afr-as. It rhymes with ass and pass, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Sassafras" has 3 syllables: sass · afr · as.
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