To pronounce "prepares", say PREP-ar-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
prepares
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PREP-ar-es
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"prepares" has 3 syllables: prep-ar-es. It rhymes with airs and tears, if that helps it stick.
verb
“We prepared the spacecraft for takeoff.”
“We prepared a fish for dinner.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Prepares" has 3 syllables: prep · ar · es.
Prepares: To make ready for a specific future purpose; to set up; to assemble or equip.
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