To pronounce "says", say SAYS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"says" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with whiz and whizz, if that helps it stick.
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“Please say your name slowly and clearly.”
“Martha, will you say the Pledge of Allegiance?”
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Says" has one syllable.
Says: A chance to speak; the right or power to influence or make a decision.
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