To pronounce "doctorates", say DOCT-or-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"doctorates" has 4 syllables: doct-or-at-es.
noun
"Doctorates" has 4 syllables: doct · or · at · es.
Doctorates: The highest degree awarded by a university faculty.
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