To pronounce "characterises", say CHAR-act-er-is-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CHAR-act-er-is-es
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"characterises" has 5 syllables: char-act-er-is-es.
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"Characterises" has 5 syllables: char · act · er · is · es.
Characterises: To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).
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