To pronounce "set-back", say SETB-ack — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
set-back
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SETB-ack
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"set-back" has 2 syllables: setb-ack.
"Set-back" has 2 syllables: setb · ack.
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