To pronounce "tennesseans", say TENN-ess-eans — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
tennesseans
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TENN-ess-eans
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"tennesseans" has 3 syllables: tenn-ess-eans. It rhymes with plebeians and peons, if that helps it stick.
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"Tennesseans" has 3 syllables: tenn · ess · eans.
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