How to Pronounce Contemplates

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

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

CONT-empl-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “contemplates”

"contemplates" has 4 syllables: cont-empl-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does contemplates mean?

verb

  1. To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.
  2. To consider as a possibility.

    “I contemplated doing the project myself, but it would have taken too long.”

Synonyms

examine

Words that rhyme with contemplates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

mullmeditateponderspeculatemusestudyreflect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contemplates"?▾

"Contemplates" has 4 syllables: cont · empl · at · es.

What does "contemplates" mean?▾

Contemplates: To look at on all sides or in all its aspects; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study, ponder, or consider.

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