To pronounce "sceptical", say SCEPT-ic-al — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"sceptical" has 3 syllables: scept-ic-al. It rhymes with skeptical and receptacle, if that helps it stick.
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"Sceptical" has 3 syllables: scept · ic · al.
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