How to Pronounce "estates"
word
/ɪˈsteɪts/
i-STAYTS
/ɪstˈeɪts/
is-TAYTS
Definition
Large areas of land, often with houses and farms, owned by a person or family; can also refer to all the money, land, and property someone leaves after dying.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪˈsteɪts/
British English
/ɪstˈeɪts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-STAYTS
UK
is-TAYTS
Listen in Context
Large country estates often have gardens and lakes.
He inherited several estates from his grandfather.
There are many new housing estates in this area.
Many wealthy families keep their estates in the countryside for privacy.