To pronounce "masterbates", say MAST-erb-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MAST-erb-at-es
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"masterbates" has 4 syllables: mast-erb-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: masturbates — easy to mix up when writing.
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"Masterbates" has 4 syllables: mast · erb · at · es.
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