How to Pronounce Prelates

To pronounce "prelates", say PREL-at-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

PREL-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “prelates”

"prelates" has 3 syllables: prel-at-es. It rhymes with helots and pellets, if that helps it stick.

What does prelates mean?

noun

  1. A clergyman of high rank and authority, having jurisdiction over an area or a group of people; normally a bishop.

Words that rhyme with prelates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

helotspelletsbelitz

Related words

archpriesthierarchprimatepriestsbishopsprelatureprebendariesecclesiastics

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prelates"?▾

"Prelates" has 3 syllables: prel · at · es.

What does "prelates" mean?▾

Prelates: A clergyman of high rank and authority, having jurisdiction over an area or a group of people; normally a bishop.

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