To pronounce "cultivating", say CULT-iv-at-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
cultivating
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"cultivating" has 4 syllables: cult-iv-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.
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“Most farmers in this region cultivate maize.”
“They tried to cultivate an interest in learning among their students.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Cultivating" has 4 syllables: cult · iv · at · ing.
Cultivating: To grow plants, notably crops
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