To pronounce "imbalances", say IMB-al-anc-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"imbalances" has 4 syllables: imb-al-anc-es. It rhymes with balances and counterbalances, if that helps it stick.
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“The growing imbalances between the rich and poor first lead to more crime.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Imbalances" has 4 syllables: imb · al · anc · es.
Imbalances: The property of not being in balance.
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