To pronounce "slow-witted", say SLOWW-itt-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"slow-witted" has 3 syllables: sloww-itt-ed.
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"Slow-witted" has 3 syllables: sloww · itt · ed.
Slow-witted: Lacking a keen or swift intellect, not too bright or not too swift.
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