How to Pronounce Negate

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

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/nɪˈɡeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “negate”

"negate" has 3 syllables: neg-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does negate mean?

verb

  1. To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.

    “The investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences.”

  2. To nullify or cause to be ineffective.

    “Persecution can be negated through exposure.”

Words that rhyme with negate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

contravenecontradictbeliegainsaydenydisproveinvalidaterepudiate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "negate"?▾

"Negate" has 3 syllables: neg · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "negate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "negate" is /nɪˈɡeɪt/.

What does "negate" mean?▾

Negate: To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.

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