How to Pronounce Inflates

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

INFL-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “inflates”

"inflates" has 3 syllables: infl-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does inflates mean?

verb

  1. To enlarge an object by pushing air (or a gas) into it; to raise or expand abnormally

    “You inflate a balloon by blowing air into it.”

  2. To enlarge by filling with air (or a gas).

    “The balloon will inflate if you blow into it.”

Antonyms

deflate

Words that rhyme with inflates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

billowexpandamplifyballoonexpandsswellshyperinflatedreinflate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inflates"?▾

"Inflates" has 3 syllables: infl · at · es.

What does "inflates" mean?▾

Inflates: To enlarge an object by pushing air (or a gas) into it; to raise or expand abnormally

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