To pronounce "well-meant", say WELLM-eant — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"well-meant" has 2 syllables: wellm-eant.
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"Well-meant" has 2 syllables: wellm · eant.
Well-meant: Having good intentions, even if resulting in unfortunate consequences.
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