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How to pronounce interest

noun Money charged for borrowing or earned on savings.

Written sound guide

INtruhst
/ˈɪntrəst/2 syllables

Nora’s AI voice uses natural Indian English. Written guides are approximate and may differ from Nora’s pronunciation. CAPITAL letters mark the strongest syllable.

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This common form has two syllables. Keep t and r close together in the ending.

01INStrongest beat
02truhstLighter beat

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“What interest does this savings account earn?”

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This common form has two syllables. Keep t and r close together in the ending. Focus on one small adjustment, then try again. This is self-guided practice; the page does not record or score your voice.

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