How to Pronounce Graduates

To pronounce "graduates", say GRAD-uat-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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GRAD-uat-es

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"graduates" has 3 syllables: grad-uat-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

noun

A person who is recognized by a university as having completed the requirements of a degree studied at the institution.
“If the government wants graduates to stay in the country they should offer more incentives.”
A person who is recognized by a high school as having completed the requirements of a course of study at the school.

verb

To be recognized by a school or university as having completed the requirements of a degree studied at the institution.
“The man graduated in 1967.”
To be certified as having earned a degree from; to graduate from (an institution).
“Trisha graduated college.”

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

How many syllables are in "graduates"?▾

"Graduates" has 3 syllables: grad · uat · es.

What does "graduates" mean?▾

Graduates: A person who is recognized by a university as having completed the requirements of a degree studied at the institution.

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