How to pronounce gradate
Say it like GRAY-dayt. Gradate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY).
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- GRAY
- dayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gradate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- daytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of gradate
American and British speakers say gradate in essentially the same way: /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/ in the US and /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: GRAY-dayt.
What does gradate mean?
- To change imperceptibly from one gradation of tone etc. to another.
- To arrange in order of grades.
- To bring to a certain strength or grade of concentration.
Where does gradate come from?
Back-formation from gradation.
Questions about saying gradate
How do you pronounce gradate?
Say GRAY-dayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/. In British English it is /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gradate?
Gradate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY). Broken into parts: GRAY · dayt.
Do Americans and Brits say gradate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/ and the British form is /ˈɡreɪdeɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.