To pronounce "preservatory", say PRES-erv-at-ory — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
preservatory
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PRES-erv-at-ory
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"preservatory" has 4 syllables: pres-erv-at-ory. It rhymes with reservatory, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Preservatory" has 4 syllables: pres · erv · at · ory.
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