How to Pronounce Privates

To pronounce "privates", say PRIV-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

PRIV-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “privates”

"privates" has 3 syllables: priv-at-es.

What does privates mean?

noun

  1. A soldier of the lowest rank in the army.
  2. A doctor working in privately rather than publicly funded health care.

noun

  1. The genitalia; those body parts that are not normally displayed, private parts

    “His privates were undamaged.”

Synonyms

bitprivate parts

Related words

genitaliagenitalscrotchjewelspartstroopssoldiercombatants

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "privates"?▾

"Privates" has 3 syllables: priv · at · es.

What does "privates" mean?▾

Privates: A soldier of the lowest rank in the army.

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