To pronounce "supplementary", say SUPPL-em-ent-ary — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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SUPPL-em-ent-ary
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"supplementary" has 4 syllables: suppl-em-ent-ary. It rhymes with rudimentary and sentry, if that helps it stick.
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"Supplementary" has 4 syllables: suppl · em · ent · ary.
Supplementary: Something additional; an extra.
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