How to Pronounce Begat

To pronounce "begat", say BEG-at — 2 syllables, IPA /biˈɡæt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/biˈɡæt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “begat”

"begat" has 2 syllables: beg-at. It rhymes with flat and cat, if that helps it stick.

What does begat mean?

noun

  1. An element of a lineage, especially of a lineage given in the Bible

verb

  1. To father; to sire; to produce (a child).
  2. To cause; to produce.

Words that rhyme with begat

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flatcatcaveatbratpatcombatslatthatratdiplomatfatautocrat

Related words

fatheredsiredhebrewbalebosgettbaal-ha-bosgentilebeis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "begat"?▾

"Begat" has 2 syllables: beg · at.

What is the IPA transcription of "begat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "begat" is /biˈɡæt/.

What does "begat" mean?▾

Begat: An element of a lineage, especially of a lineage given in the Bible

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