How to Pronounce Collaborated

To pronounce "collaborated", say COLL-ab-or-at-ed — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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COLL-ab-or-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “collaborated”

"collaborated" has 5 syllables: coll-ab-or-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does collaborated mean?

verb

To work together with others to achieve a common goal.
“Let's collaborate on this project, and get it finished faster.”
To voluntarily cooperate treasonably, as with an enemy occupation force in one's country.
“If you collaborate with the occupying forces, you will be shot.”

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Words that rhyme with collaborated

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elated exasperated agitated infatuated aggravated inundated irritated sophisticated antiquated reiterated incapacitated captivated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "collaborated"?▾

"Collaborated" has 5 syllables: coll · ab · or · at · ed.

What does "collaborated" mean?▾

Collaborated: To work together with others to achieve a common goal.

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