How to Pronounce Certificate

To pronounce "certificate", say CERT-if-ic-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /sɝˈtɪfɪkət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/sɝˈtɪfɪkət/

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💡 Tip for remembering “certificate”

"certificate" has 5 syllables: cert-if-ic-at-e.

What does certificate mean?

noun

  1. A document containing a certified statement.
  2. A document evidencing ownership or debt.

verb

  1. To supply with a certificate, especially following certification

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Related words

credentialcertificationcredentialssecurityaccreditationcertifiablelicenseattestation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "certificate"?▾

"Certificate" has 5 syllables: cert · if · ic · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "certificate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "certificate" is /sɝˈtɪfɪkət/.

What does "certificate" mean?▾

Certificate: A document containing a certified statement.

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