How to Pronounce Backdate

To pronounce "backdate", say BACKD-at-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

BACKD-at-e

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"backdate" has 3 syllables: backd-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does backdate mean?

noun

  1. An assigned date that is earlier than the current or true date.

verb

  1. To give or assign a date to a document that is earlier than the current or true date.

Synonyms

antedate

Words that rhyme with backdate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

antedatepostdatepredatepre-dateforedateantecedeadvancepost-date

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "backdate"?▾

"Backdate" has 3 syllables: backd · at · e.

What does "backdate" mean?▾

Backdate: An assigned date that is earlier than the current or true date.

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