How to Pronounce Opiate

To pronounce "opiate", say OP-iat-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəʊpi.ət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈəʊpi.ət/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “opiate”

"opiate" has 3 syllables: op-iat-e.

What does opiate mean?

noun

  1. A drug, hormone or other substance derived from or related to opium.
  2. Something that dulls the senses and induces a false and unrealistic sense of contentment.

verb

  1. To treat with an opiate drug.

adjective

  1. Relating to, resembling, or containing opium.
  2. (pharmaceutical effect) Soporific; inducing sleep or sedation.

Related words

opioidopiumdrugnarcoticanalgesicpainkilleranodynesedative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "opiate"?▾

"Opiate" has 3 syllables: op · iat · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "opiate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "opiate" is /ˈəʊpi.ət/.

What does "opiate" mean?▾

Opiate: A drug, hormone or other substance derived from or related to opium.

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