How to Pronounce Impersonate

To pronounce "impersonate", say IMP-ers-on-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “impersonate”

"impersonate" has 5 syllables: imp-ers-on-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does impersonate mean?

verb

  1. To pretend to be (a different person); to assume the identity of.

    “The conman managed to impersonate several executives.”

  2. To operate with the permissions of a different user account.

Synonyms

embodypersonate

Words that rhyme with impersonate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

personateportrayposemimicemulateimitatesupplantoverride

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impersonate"?▾

"Impersonate" has 5 syllables: imp · ers · on · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "impersonate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impersonate" is /ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪt/.

What does "impersonate" mean?▾

Impersonate: To pretend to be (a different person); to assume the identity of.

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