How to Pronounce Laminate

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

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Letters

/ˈlæmɪneɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “laminate”

"laminate" has 4 syllables: lam-in-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does laminate mean?

noun

  1. Material formed of thin sheets glued together.

verb

  1. To assemble from thin sheets glued together.

    “We'll laminate the piece of wood with grain going in different directions to make a really strong hull for the boat.”

  2. To cover something flat, usually paper, in adhesive protective plastic.

adjective

  1. Consisting of, or covered with, laminae, or thin plates, scales, or layers, one over another; laminated.

Words that rhyme with laminate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laminate"?▾

"Laminate" has 4 syllables: lam · in · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "laminate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "laminate" is /ˈlæmɪneɪt/.

What does "laminate" mean?▾

Laminate: Material formed of thin sheets glued together.

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