How to Pronounce Guesstimate

To pronounce "guesstimate", say GUESST-im-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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Letters

GUESST-im-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “guesstimate”

"guesstimate" has 4 syllables: guesst-im-at-e. It rhymes with estimate and underestimate, if that helps it stick.

What does guesstimate mean?

noun

  1. An estimate that is hardly any better than a guess, often because it is based on insufficient or unreliable data.

verb

  1. To make a guesstimate.
  2. To make a guesstimate of a specific quantity.

Words that rhyme with guesstimate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

estimateunderestimateguestimate

Related words

guestimateguesstimationguestimationguestimatorgaugegauginggedgeguff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guesstimate"?▾

"Guesstimate" has 4 syllables: guesst · im · at · e.

What does "guesstimate" mean?▾

Guesstimate: An estimate that is hardly any better than a guess, often because it is based on insufficient or unreliable data.

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