How to Pronounce Hate

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

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Syllables

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Letters

/heɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hate”

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

Sounds exactly like: haight, hait — easy to mix up when writing.

What does hate mean?

noun

  1. An object of hatred.

    “One of my pet hates is traffic wardens.”

  2. Hatred.

    “He gave me a look filled with pure hate.”

verb

  1. To dislike intensely or greatly.
  2. To experience hatred.

    “Do not fear; he who fears hates; he who hates kills. — attributed to Gandhi”

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Words that rhyme with hate

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hate"?▾

"Hate" has 2 syllables: hat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "hate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hate" is /heɪt/.

What does "hate" mean?▾

Hate: An object of hatred.

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