How to Pronounce Irrigate

To pronounce "irrigate", say IRR-ig-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɪɹəˌɡeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɪɹəˌɡeɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “irrigate”

"irrigate" has 4 syllables: irr-ig-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does irrigate mean?

verb

To supply (farmland) with water, by building ditches, pipes, etc.
“We need to irrigate the land before we plant the crops.”
To clean (a wound) with a fluid.
“The nurse will show you how to irrigate the wound to prevent infection.”

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Words that rhyme with irrigate

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irrigate"?▾

"Irrigate" has 4 syllables: irr · ig · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "irrigate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "irrigate" is /ˈɪɹəˌɡeɪt/.

What does "irrigate" mean?▾

Irrigate: To supply (farmland) with water, by building ditches, pipes, etc.

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