How to Pronounce Perpetrates

To pronounce "perpetrates", say PERP-etr-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PERP-etr-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “perpetrates”

"perpetrates" has 4 syllables: perp-etr-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does perpetrates mean?

verb

  1. To be guilty of, or responsible for a crime etc; to commit.

Words that rhyme with perpetrates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

commitpullcommitsengagesparticipatescolludesperpetuatescondones

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "perpetrates"?▾

"Perpetrates" has 4 syllables: perp · etr · at · es.

What does "perpetrates" mean?▾

Perpetrates: To be guilty of, or responsible for a crime etc; to commit.

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