To pronounce "terminate", say TERM-in-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
terminate
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TERM-in-at-e
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"terminate" has 4 syllables: term-in-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.
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"Terminate" has 4 syllables: term · in · at · e.
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