How to Pronounce Delegates

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

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Letters

DEL-eg-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “delegates”

"delegates" has 4 syllables: del-eg-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does delegates mean?

noun

  1. A person authorized to act as representative for another; a deputy
  2. A representative at a conference, etc.

verb

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

Words that rhyme with delegates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

deputeassigndesignateagentsambassadorsattendeesbehalfcolleagues

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delegates"?▾

"Delegates" has 4 syllables: del · eg · at · es.

What does "delegates" mean?▾

Delegates: A person authorized to act as representative for another; a deputy

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