To pronounce "connotes", say CONN-ot-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"connotes" has 3 syllables: conn-ot-es. It rhymes with anecdotes and denotes, if that helps it stick.
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“Racism often connotes an underlying fear or ignorance.”
“Poverty connotes hunger.”
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"Connotes" has 3 syllables: conn · ot · es.
Connotes: To signify beyond its literal or principal meaning.
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