How to Pronounce Enunciate

To pronounce "enunciate", say EN-unc-iat-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪˈnʌnsiˌeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪˈnʌnsiˌeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “enunciate”

"enunciate" has 4 syllables: en-unc-iat-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does enunciate mean?

verb

  1. To make a definite or systematic statement of.
  2. To announce, proclaim.

Words that rhyme with enunciate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

sayarticulatevocalizeenouncepronouncespecifyformulateelucidate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enunciate"?▾

"Enunciate" has 4 syllables: en · unc · iat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "enunciate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "enunciate" is /ɪˈnʌnsiˌeɪt/.

What does "enunciate" mean?▾

Enunciate: To make a definite or systematic statement of.

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