How to Pronounce Chelate

To pronounce "chelate", say CHEL-at-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkiːˌleɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkiːˌleɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chelate”

"chelate" has 3 syllables: chel-at-e. It rhymes with delate and velate, if that helps it stick.

What does chelate mean?

noun

  1. A chelate compound

verb

  1. To form a chelate compound by combining a metal atom to form a ring
  2. To remove heavy metals from the bloodstream using a chelate (such as EDTA)

adjective

  1. Having chelae, or in the form of a chela
  2. Relating to chelation

Words that rhyme with chelate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

delatevelate

Related words

bindbindercheliformchaetiferouscheliceratechlamydatechaetigerousclypeate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chelate"?▾

"Chelate" has 3 syllables: chel · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "chelate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chelate" is /ˈkiːˌleɪt/.

What does "chelate" mean?▾

Chelate: A chelate compound

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