How to Pronounce Delegated

To pronounce "delegated", say DEL-eg-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

DEL-eg-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “delegated”

"delegated" has 4 syllables: del-eg-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does delegated mean?

verb

  1. To authorize someone to be a delegate
  2. To commit a task to someone, especially a subordinate

Words that rhyme with delegated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

delegationdeputationrelegatingrelegationappointedassignedassistantassociate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delegated"?▾

"Delegated" has 4 syllables: del · eg · at · ed.

What does "delegated" mean?▾

Delegated: To authorize someone to be a delegate

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