How to Pronounce Moratoriums

To pronounce "moratoriums", say MOR-at-or-iums — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

MOR-at-or-iums

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💡 Tip for remembering “moratoriums”

"moratoriums" has 4 syllables: mor-at-or-iums. It rhymes with auditoriums, if that helps it stick.

What does moratoriums mean?

noun

  1. An authorization to a debtor, permitting temporary suspension of payments.
  2. A suspension of an ongoing activity.

    “Canada may put a moratorium on cloning for research.”

Synonyms

hiatusinterruptionrecess

Words that rhyme with moratoriums

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

auditoriums

Related words

arrearsdefaultsderogationsholdsholidayssuspensionsrestrictionsbans

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moratoriums"?▾

"Moratoriums" has 4 syllables: mor · at · or · iums.

What does "moratoriums" mean?▾

Moratoriums: An authorization to a debtor, permitting temporary suspension of payments.

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