How to Pronounce Invigilate

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

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5

Syllables

10

Letters

INV-ig-il-at-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “invigilate”

"invigilate" has 5 syllables: inv-ig-il-at-e.

What does invigilate mean?

verb

  1. To oversee a test or exam.

    “Professor Burns will be invigilating over the final examinations to ensure that the students do not cheat.”

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How many syllables are in "invigilate"?▾

"Invigilate" has 5 syllables: inv · ig · il · at · e.

What does "invigilate" mean?▾

Invigilate: To oversee a test or exam.

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