To pronounce "smart-alec", say SMART-al-ec — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
smart-alec
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SMART-al-ec
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"smart-alec" has 3 syllables: smart-al-ec.
"Smart-alec" has 3 syllables: smart · al · ec.
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