How to Pronounce Accurate

To pronounce "accurate", say ACC-ur-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈækjɝət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈækjɝət/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈækjʊɹət/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “accurate

"accurate" has 4 syllables: acc-ur-at-e. It rhymes with inaccurate, if that helps it stick.

What does accurate mean?

adjective

  1. Telling the truth or giving a true result; exact; not defective or faulty

    accurate knowledge

  2. Deviating only slightly or within acceptable limits.

    My horoscopes I read last week were surprisingly accurate.

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Words that rhyme with accurate

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accurate"?

"Accurate" has 4 syllables: acc · ur · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "accurate"?

The IPA transcription of "accurate" is /ˈækjɝət/.

What does "accurate" mean?

Accurate: Telling the truth or giving a true result; exact; not defective or faulty

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