To pronounce "illustrating", say ILL-ustr-at-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"illustrating" has 4 syllables: ill-ustr-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.
verb
“We illustrate our definitions by including quotations or simple examples.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Illustrating" has 4 syllables: ill · ustr · at · ing.
Illustrating: To shed light upon.
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