How to Pronounce Doctorate

To pronounce "doctorate", say DOCT-or-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈdɒk.tə.ɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈdɒk.tə.ɹeɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “doctorate”

"doctorate" has 4 syllables: doct-or-at-e.

What does doctorate mean?

noun

  1. The highest degree awarded by a university faculty.

verb

  1. To make (someone) into a doctor.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "doctorate"?▾

"Doctorate" has 4 syllables: doct · or · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "doctorate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "doctorate" is /ˈdɒk.tə.ɹeɪt/.

What does "doctorate" mean?▾

Doctorate: The highest degree awarded by a university faculty.

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