How to Pronounce Evade

To pronounce "evade", say EV-ad-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈveɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪˈveɪd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “evade”

"evade" has 3 syllables: ev-ad-e. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.

What does evade mean?

verb

To get away from by cunning; to avoid by dexterity, subterfuge, address, or ingenuity; to elude; to cleverly escape from
“He evaded his opponent's blows.”
To escape; to slip away; — sometimes with from.

Synonyms

dodge end-run equivocate give someone the runaround give the go-by shuffle sidestep

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Words that rhyme with evade

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dismayed accolade renegade cascade staid charade jade escapade retrograde palisade pervade aide

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "evade"?▾

"Evade" has 3 syllables: ev · ad · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "evade"?▾

The IPA transcription of "evade" is /ɪˈveɪd/.

What does "evade" mean?▾

Evade: To get away from by cunning; to avoid by dexterity, subterfuge, address, or ingenuity; to elude; to cleverly escape from

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