To pronounce "elapsed", say EL-aps-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
elapsed
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"elapsed" has 3 syllables: el-aps-ed. It rhymes with lapsed and collapsed, if that helps it stick.
verb
“He allowed a month to elapse before beginning the work.”
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"Elapsed" has 3 syllables: el · aps · ed.
Elapsed: (of time) To pass or move by.
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