How to Pronounce Deprecate

To pronounce "deprecate", say DEPR-ec-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdɛpɹəkeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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9

Letters

/ˈdɛpɹəkeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deprecate”

"deprecate" has 4 syllables: depr-ec-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does deprecate mean?

verb

  1. To belittle or express disapproval of.

    “He deprecates any praise of his own merits.”

  2. To declare something obsolescent; to recommend against a function, technique, command, etc. that still works but has been replaced.

    “It is still supported but strongly deprecated.”

Words that rhyme with deprecate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deprecate"?▾

"Deprecate" has 4 syllables: depr · ec · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "deprecate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deprecate" is /ˈdɛpɹəkeɪt/.

What does "deprecate" mean?▾

Deprecate: To belittle or express disapproval of.

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