To pronounce "second-guess", say SEC-ondg-uess — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SEC-ondg-uess
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"second-guess" has 3 syllables: sec-ondg-uess.
"Second-guess" has 3 syllables: sec · ondg · uess.
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