How to Pronounce Celibates

To pronounce "celibates", say CEL-ib-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

CEL-ib-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “celibates”

"celibates" has 4 syllables: cel-ib-at-es.

What does celibates mean?

noun

  1. One who is not married, especially one who has taken a religious vow not to get married, usually because of being a member of a religious community.
  2. A celibate state; celibacy.

Synonyms

celvolcel

Related words

chastecontinentpenancesasceticalcatechizingchastityapostleshipschismatics

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How many syllables are in "celibates"?▾

"Celibates" has 4 syllables: cel · ib · at · es.

What does "celibates" mean?▾

Celibates: One who is not married, especially one who has taken a religious vow not to get married, usually because of being a member of a religious community.

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