How to Pronounce Undulate

To pronounce "undulate", say UND-ul-at-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈʌndjəleɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈʌndjəleɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “undulate”

"undulate" has 4 syllables: und-ul-at-e. It rhymes with elucidate and articulate, if that helps it stick.

What does undulate mean?

verb

  1. To cause to move in a wavelike motion.
  2. To cause to resemble a wave

adjective

  1. Wavy in appearance or form.
  2. Changing the pitch and volume of one's voice.

Words that rhyme with undulate

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elucidatearticulatedesolatefacilitateprofligateexplicatedeliberatedelineateruminateinnatecultivatestate

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "undulate"?▾

"Undulate" has 4 syllables: und · ul · at · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "undulate"?▾

The IPA transcription of "undulate" is /ˈʌndjəleɪt/.

What does "undulate" mean?▾

Undulate: To cause to move in a wavelike motion.

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