To pronounce "self-govern", say SELFG-ov-ern — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
self-govern
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SELFG-ov-ern
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"self-govern" has 3 syllables: selfg-ov-ern. It rhymes with govern and lovern, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Self-govern" has 3 syllables: selfg · ov · ern.
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