How to Pronounce Promote

To pronounce "promote", say PROM-ot-e — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈməʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/pɹəˈməʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “promote”

"promote" has 3 syllables: prom-ot-e. It rhymes with connote and float, if that helps it stick.

What does promote mean?

verb

To raise (someone) to a more important, responsible, or remunerative job or rank.
“He promoted his clerk to office manager.”
To advocate or urge on behalf of (something or someone); to attempt to popularize or sell by means of advertising or publicity.
“They promoted the abolition of daylight saving time.”

Antonyms

denigrate oppose demote relegate

Words that rhyme with promote

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

connote float denote mote scapegoat note anecdote cutthroat gloat remote turncoat dote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "promote"?▾

"Promote" has 3 syllables: prom · ot · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "promote"?▾

The IPA transcription of "promote" is /pɹəˈməʊt/.

What does "promote" mean?▾

Promote: To raise (someone) to a more important, responsible, or remunerative job or rank.

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