How to pronounce equivalate
Say it like ih-KWIV-uh-layt. Equivalate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWIV).
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- ih
- KWIV
- uh
- layt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Equivalate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KWIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- laytGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of equivalate
American and British speakers say equivalate in essentially the same way: /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/ in the US and /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-KWIV-uh-layt.
What does equivalate mean?
- To equate, to consider or make equal or equivalent (to, with).
- To equal, to be equivalent (to).
Where does equivalate come from?
Back-formation from equivalent.
Questions about saying equivalate
How do you pronounce equivalate?
Say ih-KWIV-uh-layt. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/. In British English it is /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in equivalate?
Equivalate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWIV). Broken into parts: ih · KWIV · uh · layt.
Do Americans and Brits say equivalate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/ and the British form is /ɪˈkwɪvəˌleɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.