How to Pronounce Investigates

To pronounce "investigates", say INV-est-ig-at-es — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

INV-est-ig-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “investigates”

"investigates" has 5 syllables: inv-est-ig-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does investigates mean?

verb

  1. To inquire into or study in order to ascertain facts or information.

    “to investigate the causes of natural phenomena”

  2. To examine, look into, or scrutinize in order to discover something hidden or secret.

    “to investigate an unsolved murder”

Synonyms

underseek

Words that rhyme with investigates

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

achieveachievesaddressesanalysisanalyzesassessesbrowseconsideration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "investigates"?▾

"Investigates" has 5 syllables: inv · est · ig · at · es.

What does "investigates" mean?▾

Investigates: To inquire into or study in order to ascertain facts or information.

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