How to Pronounce Establish

To pronounce "establish", say est-ABL-ish — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈstæbɫɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

establish

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪˈstæbɫɪʃ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ɪstˈæblɪʃ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “establish”

Break "establish" into 3 beats and lean on "ABL" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with reestablish, if that helps it stick.

What does establish mean?

verb

  1. To make stable or firm; to confirm.
  2. To form; to found; to institute; to set up in business.

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Words that rhyme with establish

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reestablish

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "establish"?▾

"Establish" has 3 syllables: est · abl · ish.

What is the IPA transcription of "establish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "establish" is /ɪˈstæbɫɪʃ/.

What does "establish" mean?▾

Establish: To make stable or firm; to confirm.

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