To pronounce "confessionals", say CONF-ess-ion-als — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"confessionals" has 4 syllables: conf-ess-ion-als. It rhymes with professionals and nonprofessionals, if that helps it stick.
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"Confessionals" has 4 syllables: conf · ess · ion · als.
Confessionals: (Roman Catholic church) A small room where confession—the sacrament of reconciliation—is performed by a priest.
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