How to Pronounce Interdigitate

To pronounce "interdigitate", say INT-erd-ig-it-at-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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6

Syllables

13

Letters

INT-erd-ig-it-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “interdigitate”

"interdigitate" has 6 syllables: int-erd-ig-it-at-e.

What does interdigitate mean?

verb

  1. To fold or lock together, as when the fingers of one hand are laced between those of the other.
  2. To become folded or locked together, like the fingers of a folded hand.

Related words

pectinateinterfoldinterfingerinterlocklockintermeshintertwinefold

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How many syllables are in "interdigitate"?▾

"Interdigitate" has 6 syllables: int · erd · ig · it · at · e.

What does "interdigitate" mean?▾

Interdigitate: To fold or lock together, as when the fingers of one hand are laced between those of the other.

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