How to Pronounce Donated

To pronounce "donated", say DON-at-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

DON-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “donated”

"donated" has 3 syllables: don-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does donated mean?

verb

  1. To make a donation; to give away something of value to support or contribute towards a cause or for the benefit of another.

    “He donated an etching from his own collection to the new art gallery.”

adjective

  1. Having been given freely rather than purchased.

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Words that rhyme with donated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "donated"?▾

"Donated" has 3 syllables: don · at · ed.

What does "donated" mean?▾

Donated: To make a donation; to give away something of value to support or contribute towards a cause or for the benefit of another.

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