How to Pronounce Karate

To pronounce "karate", say KAR-at-e — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈɹɑː.teɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/kəˈɹɑː.teɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “karate”

"karate" has 3 syllables: kar-at-e. It rhymes with haughty and naughty, if that helps it stick.

What does karate mean?

noun

  1. An Okinawan martial art involving primarily punching and kicking, but additionally, advanced throws, arm bars, grappling and all means of fighting.

verb

  1. To attack (somebody or something) with karate or similar techniques.

Words that rhyme with karate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

haughtynaughtydottypottyhottiesquattysnottyknottytottyliteratidhotigrotty

Related words

kicksdoschoolokinawanryushotokantaekkyeonkimetaoshi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "karate"?▾

"Karate" has 3 syllables: kar · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "karate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "karate" is /kəˈɹɑː.teɪ/.

What does "karate" mean?▾

Karate: An Okinawan martial art involving primarily punching and kicking, but additionally, advanced throws, arm bars, grappling and all means of fighting.

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