To pronounce "gesticulates", say GEST-ic-ul-at-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"gesticulates" has 5 syllables: gest-ic-ul-at-es.
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“"...the TV programme Friends is influencing not only the way Irish people speak but also how they gesticulate. Now almost every utterance is accompanied by arms outstretched and palms turned upwards." Irish Times, December 6, 2004”
"Gesticulates" has 5 syllables: gest · ic · ul · at · es.
Gesticulates: To make gestures or motions, as in speaking.
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