To pronounce "twelves", say TWELV-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"twelves" has 2 syllables: twelv-es. It rhymes with elves and themselves, if that helps it stick.
noun
“Fractions would be a little easier if we counted by twelves.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Twelves" has 2 syllables: twelv · es.
Twelves: A group of twelve items.
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