How to Pronounce Placatory

To pronounce "placatory", say PLAC-at-ory — 3 syllables, IPA /pləˈkeɪtəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pləˈkeɪtəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “placatory”

"placatory" has 3 syllables: plac-at-ory.

What does placatory mean?

adjective

  1. That placates; pacifying.

Synonyms

placative

Related words

conciliativeconciliatoryappeasingconciliatingplacablepacificatoryappeasiveplacentious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "placatory"?▾

"Placatory" has 3 syllables: plac · at · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "placatory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "placatory" is /pləˈkeɪtəɹi/.

What does "placatory" mean?▾

Placatory: That placates; pacifying.

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