How to Pronounce Expatiate

To pronounce "expatiate", say EXP-at-iat-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈspeɪʃɪeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɛkˈspeɪʃɪeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “expatiate”

"expatiate" has 4 syllables: exp-at-iat-e.

What does expatiate mean?

verb

  1. To range at large, or without restraint.
  2. To write or speak at length; to be copious in argument or discussion.

Synonyms

descantdilateenlargeexpound

Related words

expoundelaborateenlargedilateexpandoverelaborateoverexplainbloviate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expatiate"?▾

"Expatiate" has 4 syllables: exp · at · iat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "expatiate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expatiate" is /ɛkˈspeɪʃɪeɪt/.

What does "expatiate" mean?▾

Expatiate: To range at large, or without restraint.

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