How to Pronounce Delineate

To pronounce "delineate", say DEL-in-eat-e — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˈlɪniːeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/dɪˈlɪniːeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “delineate”

"delineate" has 4 syllables: del-in-eat-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does delineate mean?

verb

To sketch out, draw or trace an outline.
To depict, represent with pictures.

Synonyms

delimit demarcate demark

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Words that rhyme with delineate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidate articulate desolate facilitate profligate explicate deliberate ruminate innate cultivate state alleviate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delineate"?▾

"Delineate" has 4 syllables: del · in · eat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "delineate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delineate" is /dɪˈlɪniːeɪt/.

What does "delineate" mean?▾

Delineate: To sketch out, draw or trace an outline.

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