How to Pronounce Postulates

To pronounce "postulates", say POST-ul-at-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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POST-ul-at-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “postulates”

"postulates" has 4 syllables: post-ul-at-es. It rhymes with facilitates and traits, if that helps it stick.

What does postulates mean?

noun

  1. Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.
  2. A fundamental element; a basic principle.

verb

  1. To assume as a truthful or accurate premise or axiom, especially as a basis of an argument.
  2. To appoint or request one's appointment to an ecclesiastical office.

Words that rhyme with postulates

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facilitatestraitsillustratesadvocatesindicatesculminatesresonatesradiatesvalidatesdissipateselaboratesnates

Related words

positcontendassertionsassumesassumptionsdemandsespousesgivens

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How many syllables are in "postulates"?▾

"Postulates" has 4 syllables: post · ul · at · es.

What does "postulates" mean?▾

Postulates: Something assumed without proof as being self-evident or generally accepted, especially when used as a basis for an argument. Sometimes distinguished from axioms as being relevant to a particular science or context, rather than universally true, and following from other axioms rather than being an absolute assumption.

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