How to Pronounce Desiderate

To pronounce "desiderate", say DES-id-er-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /dɪˈsɪdəɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈsɪdəɹeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “desiderate”

"desiderate" has 5 syllables: des-id-er-at-e.

What does desiderate mean?

verb

  1. To miss; to feel the absence of; to long for.

adjective

  1. Desired, wished or longed for

Related words

wishwantcravedesireneedlongyearn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "desiderate"?▾

"Desiderate" has 5 syllables: des · id · er · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "desiderate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "desiderate" is /dɪˈsɪdəɹeɪt/.

What does "desiderate" mean?▾

Desiderate: To miss; to feel the absence of; to long for.

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