How to Pronounce Allocates

To pronounce "allocates", say ALL-oc-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

ALL-oc-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “allocates”

"allocates" has 4 syllables: all-oc-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does allocates mean?

verb

  1. To set aside for a purpose.
  2. To distribute according to a plan, generally followed by the adposition to.

    “The bulk of K–12 education funds are allocated to school districts that in turn pay for the cost of operating schools.”

Synonyms

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Antonyms

deallocatefree

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Words that rhyme with allocates

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facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

apportionaccordedaccordsaffectsallotsallowancealtersapportions

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "allocates"?▾

"Allocates" has 4 syllables: all · oc · at · es.

What does "allocates" mean?▾

Allocates: To set aside for a purpose.

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