How to Pronounce Orate

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

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3

Syllables

5

Letters

/ɒɹˈeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “orate”

"orate" has 3 syllables: or-at-e. It rhymes with borate and perchlorate, if that helps it stick.

What does orate mean?

verb

  1. To speak formally; to give a speech.
  2. To speak passionately; to preach for or against something.

adjective

  1. Competent in oracy; having good speaking skills.

Synonyms

speakharanguepreach

Words that rhyme with orate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

borateperchloratechlorate

Related words

elocutespielspeechifypreachdeclaimpontificateharanguehymen

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orate"?▾

"Orate" has 3 syllables: or · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "orate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "orate" is /ɒɹˈeɪt/.

What does "orate" mean?▾

Orate: To speak formally; to give a speech.

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