How to Pronounce Grate

To pronounce "grate", say GRAT-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ɡɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɡɹeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grate”

"grate" has 2 syllables: grat-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: great — easy to mix up when writing.

What does grate mean?

noun

  1. A horizontal metal grill through which water, ash, or small objects can fall, while larger objects cannot

    “The grate stopped the sheep from escaping from their field.”

  2. A frame or bed, or kind of basket, of iron bars, for holding fuel while burning

verb

  1. To furnish with grates; to protect with a grating or crossbars

    “to grate a window”

Synonyms

grill

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Words that rhyme with grate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

grindfretscraperanklegrillfireplacegrillerasp

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grate"?▾

"Grate" has 2 syllables: grat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "grate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grate" is /ɡɹeɪt/.

What does "grate" mean?▾

Grate: A horizontal metal grill through which water, ash, or small objects can fall, while larger objects cannot

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