How to Pronounce Ordinate

To pronounce "ordinate", say ORD-in-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɔːdənət/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɔːdənət/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ordinate”

"ordinate" has 4 syllables: ord-in-at-e. It rhymes with subordinate and coordinate, if that helps it stick.

What does ordinate mean?

noun

The second of the two terms by which a point is referred to, in a system of fixed rectilinear coordinate (Cartesian coordinate) axes.
The vertical line representing an axis of a Cartesian coordinate system, on which the ordinate (sense above) is shown.

verb

To ordain a priest, or consecrate a bishop
To align a series of objects

adjective

Arranged regularly in rows; orderly; disposed or arranged in an orderly or regular fashion.

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Words that rhyme with ordinate

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subordinate coordinate insubordinate inordinate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ordinate"?▾

"Ordinate" has 4 syllables: ord · in · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ordinate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ordinate" is /ˈɔːdənət/.

What does "ordinate" mean?▾

Ordinate: The second of the two terms by which a point is referred to, in a system of fixed rectilinear coordinate (Cartesian coordinate) axes.

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