How to Pronounce Celebrate

To pronounce "celebrate", say CEL-ebr-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛɫəˌbɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈsɛɫəˌbɹeɪt/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/sˈɛləbɹˌeɪt/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “celebrate”

"celebrate" has 4 syllables: cel-ebr-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does celebrate mean?

verb

To extol or honour in a solemn manner.
“to celebrate the name of the Most High”
To honour by rites, by ceremonies of joy and respect, or by refraining from ordinary business; to observe duly.
“to celebrate a birthday”

Synonyms

fete keep observe solemnize

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Words that rhyme with celebrate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "celebrate"?▾

"Celebrate" has 4 syllables: cel · ebr · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "celebrate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "celebrate" is /ˈsɛɫəˌbɹeɪt/.

What does "celebrate" mean?▾

Celebrate: To extol or honour in a solemn manner.

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