How to Pronounce Verbals

To pronounce "verbals", say VERB-als — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

VERB-als

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💡 Tip for remembering “verbals”

"verbals" has 2 syllables: verb-als. It rhymes with herbals and burbles, if that helps it stick.

What does verbals mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A verb form which does not function as a predicate, or a word derived from a verb. In English, infinitives, participles and gerunds are verbals.
  2. A confession given to police.

verb

  1. To induce into fabricating a confession.

Synonyms

non-finite verb

Words that rhyme with verbals

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

herbalsburbles

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "verbals"?▾

"Verbals" has 2 syllables: verb · als.

What does "verbals" mean?▾

Verbals: (grammar) A verb form which does not function as a predicate, or a word derived from a verb. In English, infinitives, participles and gerunds are verbals.

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