To pronounce "slug-a-bed", say SLUG-ab-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SLUG-ab-ed
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"slug-a-bed" has 3 syllables: slug-ab-ed.
"Slug-a-bed" has 3 syllables: slug · ab · ed.
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