preliterate
adjectiveHow many syllables in preliterate?
There are 4 syllables in the word preliterate.How to pronounce preliterate:
Definition of preliterate:
- preliterate (adjective):
- not yet employing writing as a cultural medium
- adjective. not yet having acquired the ability to read and write.
Synonyms for preliterate:
noncivilized
nonliterate
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