How to pronounce cordate
Say it like KOR-dayt. Cordate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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- KOR
- dayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cordate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- daytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of cordate
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-dayt.
What does cordate mean?
- Heart-shaped, with a point at the apex and a notch at the base.
- Any animal with a heart.
- A heart-shaped hand axe.
Where does cordate come from?
From Latin cor(d) (“heart”) + English -ate (adjective-forming suffix).
Questions about saying cordate
How do you pronounce cordate?
Say KOR-dayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrdeɪt/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːdeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cordate?
Cordate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · dayt.
Is cordate pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈkɔːdeɪt/ (KAW-dayt).