How to Pronounce Essentials

To pronounce "essentials", say ESS-ent-ials — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

ESS-ent-ials

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💡 Tip for remembering “essentials”

"essentials" has 3 syllables: ess-ent-ials. It rhymes with credentials and differentials, if that helps it stick.

What does essentials mean?

noun

  1. A necessary ingredient.
  2. A fundamental ingredient.

Words that rhyme with essentials

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credentialsdifferentialspotentials

Related words

necessaryrequisitenecessityrequirementmustbasicimportantall-important

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "essentials"?▾

"Essentials" has 3 syllables: ess · ent · ials.

What does "essentials" mean?▾

Essentials: A necessary ingredient.

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