To pronounce "intimidates", say INT-im-id-at-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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INT-im-id-at-es
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"intimidates" has 5 syllables: int-im-id-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.
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“He's trying to intimidate you. If you ignore him, hopefully he'll stop.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Intimidates" has 5 syllables: int · im · id · at · es.
Intimidates: To make timid or afraid; to cause to feel fear or nervousness; to deter, especially by threats of violence
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