To pronounce "slightness", say SLIGHTN-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
slightness
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SLIGHTN-ess
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"slightness" has 2 syllables: slightn-ess. It rhymes with politeness and tightness, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Slightness" has 2 syllables: slightn · ess.
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