To pronounce "dictated", say DICT-at-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DICT-at-ed
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"dictated" has 3 syllables: dict-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Dictated" has 3 syllables: dict · at · ed.
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