How to Pronounce Expropriate

To pronounce "expropriate", say EXPR-opr-iat-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

EXPR-opr-iat-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “expropriate”

"expropriate" has 4 syllables: expr-opr-iat-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does expropriate mean?

verb

  1. To deprive a person of (their private property) for public use.

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Words that rhyme with expropriate

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elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

commandeerhijackhighjackpirateconfiscationconfiscatedepriveusurp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expropriate"?▾

"Expropriate" has 4 syllables: expr · opr · iat · e.

What does "expropriate" mean?▾

Expropriate: To deprive a person of (their private property) for public use.

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