To pronounce "derate", say DER-at-e — 3 syllables, IPA /diːˈɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/diːˈɹeɪt/
IPA
"derate" has 3 syllables: der-at-e. It rhymes with cerate and stearate, if that helps it stick.
verb
“The derated engine sold at a lower price, but had the same components as the standard model.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Derate" has 3 syllables: der · at · e.
The IPA transcription of "derate" is /diːˈɹeɪt/.
Derate: To lower the rated capability of any rated equipment or material.
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