To pronounce "capitals", say CAP-it-als — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
capitals
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CAP-it-als
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"capitals" has 3 syllables: cap-it-als. It rhymes with capitols, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: capitols — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
“He does not have enough capital to start a business.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Capitals" has 3 syllables: cap · it · als.
Capitals: Already-produced durable goods available for use as a factor of production, such as steam shovels (equipment) and office buildings (structures).
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