How to Pronounce Primate

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

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɹaɪmeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “primate”

"primate" has 3 syllables: prim-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does primate mean?

noun

  1. A mammal of the order Primates, including simians and prosimians.

    “Primates range from lemurs to gorillas.”

  2. A simian anthropoid; an ape, human or monkey.

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Words that rhyme with primate

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Related words

hierarcharchpriestprelateapemonkeydancesupremacydominance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "primate"?▾

"Primate" has 3 syllables: prim · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "primate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "primate" is /ˈpɹaɪmeɪt/.

What does "primate" mean?▾

Primate: A mammal of the order Primates, including simians and prosimians.

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