How to Pronounce Carbonate

To pronounce "carbonate", say CARB-on-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈkɑː(ɹ).bə.nət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈkɑː(ɹ).bə.nət/

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💡 Tip for remembering “carbonate”

"carbonate" has 4 syllables: carb-on-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does carbonate mean?

noun

  1. Any salt or ester of carbonic acid.

verb

  1. To charge (often a beverage) with carbon dioxide.

Words that rhyme with carbonate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "carbonate"?▾

"Carbonate" has 4 syllables: carb · on · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "carbonate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "carbonate" is /ˈkɑː(ɹ).bə.nət/.

What does "carbonate" mean?▾

Carbonate: Any salt or ester of carbonic acid.

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