To pronounce "philatelist", say PHIL-at-el-ist — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
philatelist
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PHIL-at-el-ist
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"philatelist" has 4 syllables: phil-at-el-ist. It rhymes with catalyst, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Philatelist" has 4 syllables: phil · at · el · ist.
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