How to Pronounce Palpate

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpælpeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “palpate”

"palpate" has 3 syllables: palp-at-e.

What does palpate mean?

verb

  1. To examine or otherwise explore through touch, particularly in reference to an area or organ of the human body.

    “I palpated his expired heart.”

adjective

  1. Of palp, or having palp.

Synonyms

touch

Related words

feelexplorerepalpatemanipulatehandleexaminetactilizeperuse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "palpate"?▾

"Palpate" has 3 syllables: palp · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "palpate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "palpate" is /ˈpælpeɪt/.

What does "palpate" mean?▾

Palpate: To examine or otherwise explore through touch, particularly in reference to an area or organ of the human body.

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