How to Pronounce Bates

To pronounce "bates", say BAT-es — 2 syllables, IPA /beɪts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/beɪts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “bates”

"bates" has 2 syllables: bat-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: baits — easy to mix up when writing.

What does bates mean?

verb

  1. To reduce the force of something; to abate.
  2. To restrain, usually with the sense of being in anticipation

verb

  1. To contend or strive with blows or arguments.
  2. Of a falcon: To flap the wings vigorously; to bait.

verb

  1. To soak leather so as to remove chemicals used in tanning; to steep in bate.

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Words that rhyme with bates

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facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bates"?▾

"Bates" has 2 syllables: bat · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "bates"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bates" is /beɪts/.

What does "bates" mean?▾

Bates: To reduce the force of something; to abate.

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