To pronounce "filibustering", say FIL-ib-ust-er-ing — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
filibustering
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"filibustering" has 5 syllables: fil-ib-ust-er-ing. It rhymes with blustering and clustering, if that helps it stick.
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"Filibustering" has 5 syllables: fil · ib · ust · er · ing.
Filibustering: To take part in a private military action in a foreign country.
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