How to Pronounce Abbreviates

To pronounce "abbreviates", say ABBR-ev-iat-es — 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-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “abbreviates”

"abbreviates" has 4 syllables: abbr-ev-iat-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does abbreviates mean?

verb

  1. To shorten by omitting parts or details.
  2. To speak or write in a brief manner.

Synonyms

abridgecompresscondensecontractcurtailepitomizereduceshorten

Antonyms

amplifydilateelongateenlargeexpandexpatiate

Words that rhyme with abbreviates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

foreshortenabridgecontractshortenreducecutsuffixedprefaces

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abbreviates"?▾

"Abbreviates" has 4 syllables: abbr · ev · iat · es.

What does "abbreviates" mean?▾

Abbreviates: To shorten by omitting parts or details.

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