How to Pronounce Appropriated

To pronounce "appropriated", say APPR-opr-iat-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

APPR-opr-iat-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “appropriated”

"appropriated" has 4 syllables: appr-opr-iat-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does appropriated mean?

verb

  1. To make suitable; to suit.
  2. To take to oneself; to claim or use, especially as by an exclusive right.

    “Let no man appropriate the use of a common benefit.”

adjective

  1. Set aside for a specified purpose

Synonyms

allocateearmarkhelp oneselfimpropriate

Words that rhyme with appropriated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

confiscatecondemnedtakenconfiscatedseizedopenallocatedapportioned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "appropriated"?▾

"Appropriated" has 4 syllables: appr · opr · iat · ed.

What does "appropriated" mean?▾

Appropriated: To make suitable; to suit.

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