How to Pronounce Originate

To pronounce "originate", say OR-ig-in-at-e — 5 syllables, IPA /əˈɹɪdʒɪneɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈɹɪdʒɪneɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “originate”

"originate" has 5 syllables: or-ig-in-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does originate mean?

verb

To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.
To come into existence; to have origin or beginning; to spring, be derived (from, with).
“The scheme originated with the governor and council.”

Synonyms

begin initiate spring to life take shape

Antonyms

destinate end terminate

Words that rhyme with originate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidate articulate desolate facilitate profligate explicate deliberate delineate ruminate innate cultivate state

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "originate"?▾

"Originate" has 5 syllables: or · ig · in · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "originate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "originate" is /əˈɹɪdʒɪneɪt/.

What does "originate" mean?▾

Originate: To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.

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