* Different dialects have different pronunciations: Some dialects might pronounce "voice" with a more distinct /v/ sound, while others might pronounce it with a more /w/ sound.
* Phonemes are the smallest units of sound: They don't always correspond exactly to letters. For example, the "oi" in "voice" is represented by a single phoneme.
Here's a breakdown of a possible pronunciation in General American English:
* v: one phoneme
* oy: one phoneme
* s: one phoneme
Therefore, "voice" likely has 3 phonemes in General American English.
To get a more accurate count:
* Specify the dialect you're interested in.
* Use a phonetic transcription tool or consult a dictionary that provides phonetic transcriptions.