How to Pronounce Demotivate

To pronounce "demotivate", say DEM-ot-iv-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌdiːˈməʊtɪveɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdiːˈməʊtɪveɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “demotivate”

"demotivate" has 5 syllables: dem-ot-iv-at-e.

What does demotivate mean?

verb

  1. To decrease the motivation of a person or a group.

Antonyms

motivate

Related words

discourageunmotivatedisincentivizedemoralizedisempowerdisincentivisedisheartendemoralise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "demotivate"?▾

"Demotivate" has 5 syllables: dem · ot · iv · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "demotivate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "demotivate" is /ˌdiːˈməʊtɪveɪt/.

What does "demotivate" mean?▾

Demotivate: To decrease the motivation of a person or a group.

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