How to Pronounce Defibrillate

To pronounce "defibrillate", say DEF-ibr-ill-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /diːˈfɪbɹɪleɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

12

Letters

/diːˈfɪbɹɪleɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “defibrillate”

"defibrillate" has 5 syllables: def-ibr-ill-at-e.

What does defibrillate mean?

verb

  1. To stop the fibrillation of the heart in order to restore normal contractions, especially by the use of an electric shock.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "defibrillate"?▾

"Defibrillate" has 5 syllables: def · ibr · ill · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "defibrillate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "defibrillate" is /diːˈfɪbɹɪleɪt/.

What does "defibrillate" mean?▾

Defibrillate: To stop the fibrillation of the heart in order to restore normal contractions, especially by the use of an electric shock.

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