To pronounce "expectorate", say EXP-ect-or-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈspɛktəɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ɪkˈspɛktəɹeɪt/
IPA
"expectorate" has 5 syllables: exp-ect-or-at-e.
verb
"Expectorate" has 5 syllables: exp · ect · or · at · e.
The IPA transcription of "expectorate" is /ɪkˈspɛktəɹeɪt/.
Expectorate: To cough up fluid from the lungs.
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