How to Pronounce Hospitals

To pronounce "hospitals", say HOSP-it-als — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

HOSP-it-als

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💡 Tip for remembering “hospitals”

"hospitals" has 3 syllables: hosp-it-als. It rhymes with belittles and skittles, if that helps it stick.

What does hospitals mean?

noun

  1. A large medical facility, usually in a building with multiple floors, where seriously ill or injured patients are given extensive medical and/or surgical treatment.
  2. A building founded for the long-term care of its residents, such as an almshouse. The residents may have no physical ailments, but simply need financial support.

Synonyms

infirmarysickhouse

Words that rhyme with hospitals

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

belittlesskittlesacquittalslittlesvittleskittles

Related words

infirmaryclinicclinicsestablishmentsfacilitieshospitalizedinstitutionsmaternities

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hospitals"?▾

"Hospitals" has 3 syllables: hosp · it · als.

What does "hospitals" mean?▾

Hospitals: A large medical facility, usually in a building with multiple floors, where seriously ill or injured patients are given extensive medical and/or surgical treatment.

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