How to Pronounce Invoke

To pronounce "invoke", say INV-ok-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvoʊk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɪnˈvoʊk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “invoke”

"invoke" has 3 syllables: inv-ok-e. It rhymes with evoke and croak, if that helps it stick.

What does invoke mean?

verb

  1. To call upon (a person, a god) for help, assistance or guidance.
  2. To solicit, petition for, appeal to a favorable attitude.

    “The envoy invoked the King of Kings's magnanimity to reduce his province's tribute after another drought.”

Synonyms

appealcitereferencebring aboutincitecallexecutelaunch

Words that rhyme with invoke

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

evokecroakstrokeprovokebaroqueyokejokecloakpokerevokespokecoke

Related words

appealraiseconjurearousestir

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "invoke"?▾

"Invoke" has 3 syllables: inv · ok · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "invoke"?▾

The IPA transcription of "invoke" is /ɪnˈvoʊk/.

What does "invoke" mean?▾

Invoke: To call upon (a person, a god) for help, assistance or guidance.

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