To pronounce "sincere", say SINC-er-e — 3 syllables, IPA /sɪnˈsɪə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/sɪnˈsɪə(ɹ)/
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"sincere" has 3 syllables: sinc-er-e. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“I believe he is sincere in his offer to help.”
“She gave it a sincere, if misguided effort.”
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"Sincere" has 3 syllables: sinc · er · e.
The IPA transcription of "sincere" is /sɪnˈsɪə(ɹ)/.
Sincere: Genuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.
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