How to Pronounce Sedate

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

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/sɪˈdeɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sedate”

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

What does sedate mean?

verb

  1. To calm or put (a person) to sleep using a sedative drug.
  2. To make tranquil.

adjective

  1. (of a person or their behaviour) Remaining composed and dignified, and avoiding too much activity or excitement.
  2. (of an object, particularly a building) Not overly ornate or showy.

Synonyms

calmsoothetranquilizeplacidstaidunruffled

Words that rhyme with sedate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

staidcalmsoberseriousdecoroussolemngravetranquillize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sedate"?▾

"Sedate" has 3 syllables: sed · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sedate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sedate" is /sɪˈdeɪt/.

What does "sedate" mean?▾

Sedate: To calm or put (a person) to sleep using a sedative drug.

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