How to Pronounce Predatory

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈpɹedətəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “predatory”

"predatory" has 3 syllables: pred-at-ory. It rhymes with repository and hoary, if that helps it stick.

What does predatory mean?

adjective

  1. Of, or relating to a predator.
  2. Living by preying on other living animals.

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Words that rhyme with predatory

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repositoryhoaryquarryallegorydesultorytransitoryambulatoryglorydilatoryaleatoryterritoryobligatory

Related words

predaciouspredaceousraveningrapaciousmaraudingraidingaggressiveoffensive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "predatory"?▾

"Predatory" has 3 syllables: pred · at · ory.

What is the IPA transcription of "predatory"?▾

The IPA transcription of "predatory" is /ˈpɹedətəɹi/.

What does "predatory" mean?▾

Predatory: Of, or relating to a predator.

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