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sherbet

SHER-bit

/ˈʃɜːrbɪt/

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Syllable breakdown

sherbet

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Two syllables, no second ‘r’.

Dictionary meaning

A frozen fruit dessert or fizzy powder.

Common mispronunciations

SHER-bert

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