How to pronounce emote
Say it like uh-MOHT. Emote has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOHT).
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- uh
- MOHT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Emote pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- MOHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of emote
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ih-MOHT.
What does emote mean?
- To display or express (emotions, mental states, etc.) openly, particularly while acting, and especially in an excessive manner.
- To deliver (a speech), say (lines of a play, words), etc., in a dramatic or emotional manner, especially if overly so.
- To display (excessive) emotion, especially while acting.
- A short action, such as a gesture or a dance move, which may be seen by other players but does not have any effect on gameplay.“Many video games allow players to purchase emotes for real-life money.”
Where does emote come from?
The verb is a back-formation from emotion.
Words that rhyme with emote
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of emote.
Questions about saying emote
How do you pronounce emote?
Say uh-MOHT. The American pronunciation is /əˈmoʊt/. In British English it is /ɪˈməʊt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in emote?
Emote has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOHT). Broken into parts: uh · MOHT.
Is emote pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ɪˈməʊt/ (ih-MOHT).