To pronounce "cates", say CAT-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
cates
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"cates" has 2 syllables: cat-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: kates — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Cates" has 2 syllables: cat · es.
Cates: Provisions; food; viands; especially, luxurious food; delicacies; dainties.
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