How to Pronounce Congratulated

To pronounce "congratulated", say CONGR-at-ul-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

Letters

CONGR-at-ul-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “congratulated”

"congratulated" has 5 syllables: congr-at-ul-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does congratulated 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 congratulated

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

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "congratulated"?▾

"Congratulated" has 5 syllables: congr · at · ul · at · ed.

What does "congratulated" mean?▾

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

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