How to Pronounce Associate

To pronounce "associate", say ASS-oc-iat-e — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈsəʊsi.ət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈsəʊsi.ət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “associate”

"associate" has 4 syllables: ass-oc-iat-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does associate mean?

noun

  1. A person united with another or others in an act, enterprise, or business; a partner.
  2. Somebody with whom one works, coworker, colleague.

verb

  1. To join in or form a league, union, or association.
  2. To spend time socially; keep company.

    “She associates with her coworkers on weekends.”

adjective

  1. Joined with another or others and having lower status.

    “The associate editor is someone who has some experience in editing but not sufficient experience to qualify for a senior post.”

  2. Having partial status or privileges.

    “He is an associate member of the club.”

Synonyms

attachjoinput togetherunite

Antonyms

disassociate

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Words that rhyme with associate

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Related words

consociateassortlinkconnectfellowcomradecompanionsubordinate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "associate"?▾

"Associate" has 4 syllables: ass · oc · iat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "associate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "associate" is /əˈsəʊsi.ət/.

What does "associate" mean?▾

Associate: A person united with another or others in an act, enterprise, or business; a partner.

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