How to Pronounce Denature

To pronounce "denature", say DEN-at-ur-e — 4 syllables, IPA /diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “denature”

"denature" has 4 syllables: den-at-ur-e. It rhymes with nature and nomenclature, if that helps it stick.

What does denature mean?

verb

  1. To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).
  2. To add something to (alcohol) that makes it unsuitable for consumption but leaves it suitable for other purposes.

    “While you cannot drink denatured alcohol, you can still use it to remove sticker glue from most surfaces.”

Synonyms

denaturalize

Words that rhyme with denature

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

naturenomenclaturelegislature

Related words

underminedistortmisrepresentalterdenaturatedenaturisedenaturizedenaturalize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "denature"?▾

"Denature" has 4 syllables: den · at · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "denature"?▾

The IPA transcription of "denature" is /diːˈneɪtjə(ɹ)/.

What does "denature" mean?▾

Denature: To take away a natural characteristic or inherent property of (a thing or a person).

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