How to Pronounce Tell-tale

To pronounce "tell-tale", say TELLT-al-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

TELLT-al-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “tell-tale”

"tell-tale" has 3 syllables: tellt-al-e.

What does tell-tale mean?

adjective

  1. Revealing something, especially something not intended to be known.

    “He blushed when he approached, a telltale sign that he was happy to see him.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tell-tale"?▾

"Tell-tale" has 3 syllables: tellt · al · e.

What does "tell-tale" mean?▾

Tell-tale: Revealing something, especially something not intended to be known.

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