How to Pronounce Orientate

To pronounce "orientate", say OR-ient-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

OR-ient-at-e

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"orientate" has 4 syllables: or-ient-at-e.

verb

To face a given direction.
To determine one's position relative to the surroundings; to orient (oneself).
“He came out of the station and took some time to orientate himself.”

How many syllables are in "orientate"?▾

"Orientate" has 4 syllables: or · ient · at · e.

What does "orientate" mean?▾

Orientate: To face a given direction.

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