How to Pronounce Ayatollahs

To pronounce "ayatollahs", say AY-at-oll-ahs — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

AY-at-oll-ahs

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💡 Tip for remembering “ayatollahs”

"ayatollahs" has 4 syllables: ay-at-oll-ahs. It rhymes with salas and salaz, if that helps it stick.

What does ayatollahs mean?

noun

  1. A religious leader in Twelver Shi'ism.
  2. An authority on any subject.

Words that rhyme with ayatollahs

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

salassalazsallas

Related words

allahkhameneiayatullahmullahsclericskhomeinitheocracyrafsanjani

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ayatollahs"?▾

"Ayatollahs" has 4 syllables: ay · at · oll · ahs.

What does "ayatollahs" mean?▾

Ayatollahs: A religious leader in Twelver Shi'ism.

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