To pronounce "acetate", say AC-et-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"acetate" has 4 syllables: ac-et-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.
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"Acetate" has 4 syllables: ac · et · at · e.
Acetate: Any salt or ester of acetic acid.
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