To pronounce "soft-spoken", say SOFTSP-ok-en — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
soft-spoken
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SOFTSP-ok-en
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"soft-spoken" has 3 syllables: softsp-ok-en.
"Soft-spoken" has 3 syllables: softsp · ok · en.
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