To pronounce "berating", say BER-at-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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BER-at-ing
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"berating" has 3 syllables: ber-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.
verb
“What society tells people, that they could "do whatever they want" to dissidents, and yet berates anyone for treating them well?”
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"Berating" has 3 syllables: ber · at · ing.
Berating: To chide or scold vehemently
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