How to Pronounce Congratulate

To pronounce "congratulate", say CONGR-at-ul-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /-t͡ʃə-/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/-t͡ʃə-/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “congratulate”

"congratulate" has 5 syllables: congr-at-ul-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does congratulate mean?

verb

To express one’s sympathetic pleasure or joy to the person(s) it is felt for.
“Remind me to congratulate Dave and Lisa on their wedding.”
To consider oneself fortunate in some matter.
“I congratulated myself on the success of my plan.”

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Words that rhyme with congratulate

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "congratulate"?▾

"Congratulate" has 5 syllables: congr · at · ul · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "congratulate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "congratulate" is /-t͡ʃə-/.

What does "congratulate" mean?▾

Congratulate: To express one’s sympathetic pleasure or joy to the person(s) it is felt for.

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