To pronounce "tennessee", say TENN-ess-ee — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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TENN-ess-ee
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"tennessee" has 3 syllables: tenn-ess-ee. It rhymes with free and devotee, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tennessee" has 3 syllables: tenn · ess · ee.
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