To pronounce "tensest", say TENS-est — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"tensest" has 2 syllables: tens-est. It rhymes with encyst and sensist, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“You need to relax, all this overtime and stress is making you tense.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tensest" has 2 syllables: tens · est.
Tensest: Showing signs of stress or strain; not relaxed.
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