To pronounce "self-explanatory", say SELF-expl-an-at-ory — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SELF-expl-an-at-ory
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"self-explanatory" has 5 syllables: self-expl-an-at-ory.
"Self-explanatory" has 5 syllables: self · expl · an · at · ory.
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