To pronounce "shakespeare", say SHAK-esp-ear-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SHAK-esp-ear-e
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"shakespeare" has 4 syllables: shak-esp-ear-e. It rhymes with seer and here, if that helps it stick.
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"Shakespeare" has 4 syllables: shak · esp · ear · e.
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