How to Pronounce Lucubrate

To pronounce "lucubrate", say LUC-ubr-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈluː.kjə.bɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈluː.kjə.bɹeɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lucubrate”

"lucubrate" has 4 syllables: luc-ubr-at-e.

What does lucubrate mean?

verb

  1. To work diligently by artificial light; to study at night.
  2. To work or write like a scholar.

Synonyms

burn the midnight oilelucubratepull an all-nighter

Related words

elucubrateluminatelustrifystudylustratelucifyliteratizebelight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lucubrate"?▾

"Lucubrate" has 4 syllables: luc · ubr · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lucubrate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lucubrate" is /ˈluː.kjə.bɹeɪt/.

What does "lucubrate" mean?▾

Lucubrate: To work diligently by artificial light; to study at night.

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