How to Pronounce Captivate

To pronounce "captivate", say CAPT-iv-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkæptɪveɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈkæptɪveɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “captivate”

"captivate" has 4 syllables: capt-iv-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does captivate mean?

verb

  1. To attract and hold interest and attention of; charm.
  2. To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue.

Words that rhyme with captivate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

fascinateenchantbecharmbewitchcharmenamorbeguilecatch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "captivate"?▾

"Captivate" has 4 syllables: capt · iv · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "captivate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "captivate" is /ˈkæptɪveɪt/.

What does "captivate" mean?▾

Captivate: To attract and hold interest and attention of; charm.

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