How to Pronounce Dictates

To pronounce "dictates", say DICT-at-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

DICT-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “dictates”

"dictates" has 3 syllables: dict-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does dictates mean?

noun

  1. An order or command.

    “I must obey the dictates of my conscience.”

verb

  1. To order, command, control.
  2. To speak in order for someone to write down the words.

    “She is dictating a letter to a stenographer.”

Words that rhyme with dictates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

orderprescribeadvisescommandmentconductsdecidesdemandsdetermines

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dictates"?▾

"Dictates" has 3 syllables: dict · at · es.

What does "dictates" mean?▾

Dictates: An order or command.

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