How to Pronounce Orchestrate

To pronounce "orchestrate", say ORCH-estr-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɔː(ɹ).kə.stɹeɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈɔː(ɹ).kə.stɹeɪt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “orchestrate”

"orchestrate" has 4 syllables: orch-estr-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does orchestrate mean?

verb

  1. To arrange or score music for performance by an orchestra.
  2. To compose or arrange orchestral music for a dramatic performance.

    “Sergio Leone orchestrated "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly".”

Words that rhyme with orchestrate

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orchestrate"?▾

"Orchestrate" has 4 syllables: orch · estr · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "orchestrate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "orchestrate" is /ˈɔː(ɹ).kə.stɹeɪt/.

What does "orchestrate" mean?▾

Orchestrate: To arrange or score music for performance by an orchestra.

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