How to Pronounce Imitates

To pronounce "imitates", say IM-it-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

IM-it-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “imitates”

"imitates" has 4 syllables: im-it-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does imitates mean?

verb

  1. To follow as a model or a pattern; to make a copy, counterpart or semblance of.

Antonyms

create

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Words that rhyme with imitates

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facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

simulatecopyapeapesforgesgrantsmimicsmimicking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "imitates"?▾

"Imitates" has 4 syllables: im · it · at · es.

What does "imitates" mean?▾

Imitates: To follow as a model or a pattern; to make a copy, counterpart or semblance of.

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