How to Pronounce Fascinate

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

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈfæsɪneɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fascinate”

"fascinate" has 4 syllables: fasc-in-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does fascinate mean?

verb

  1. To evoke an intense interest or attraction in someone.

    “The flickering TV fascinated the cat.”

  2. To make someone hold motionless; to spellbind.

    “We were fascinated by the potter's skill.”

Words that rhyme with fascinate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fascinate"?▾

"Fascinate" has 4 syllables: fasc · in · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "fascinate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fascinate" is /ˈfæsɪneɪt/.

What does "fascinate" mean?▾

Fascinate: To evoke an intense interest or attraction in someone.

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