To pronounce "defoliates", say DEF-ol-iat-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DEF-ol-iat-es
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"defoliates" has 4 syllables: def-ol-iat-es.
"Defoliates" has 4 syllables: def · ol · iat · es.
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