How to Pronounce Avunculate

To pronounce "avunculate", say AV-unc-ul-at-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

10

Letters

AV-unc-ul-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “avunculate”

"avunculate" has 5 syllables: av-unc-ul-at-e.

What does avunculate mean?

noun

  1. The relationship between a man and his sister's children, generally her sons.
  2. (In certain tribal peoples, for example, the Korowai) a special relationship between a man and a maternal uncle, and the mutual responsibilities between them.

Related words

avuncuclanavuncularismavuncularityavunculocalityauncleco-unclenuncleavunculicide

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How many syllables are in "avunculate"?▾

"Avunculate" has 5 syllables: av · unc · ul · at · e.

What does "avunculate" mean?▾

Avunculate: The relationship between a man and his sister's children, generally her sons.

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