To pronounce "abbreviated", say ABBR-ev-iat-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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ABBR-ev-iat-ed
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"abbreviated" has 4 syllables: abbr-ev-iat-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Abbreviated" has 4 syllables: abbr · ev · iat · ed.
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