How to pronounce narrate
Say it like NAR-ayt. Narrate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAR).
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- NAR
- ayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Narrate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- aytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of narrate
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
British respelling: nuh-RAYT.
What does narrate mean?
- To relate (a story or series of events) in speech or writing.“narrate a story”
- To give an account.“narrate the meeting”
Where does narrate come from?
In English (recorded only since 1656, but until the 19th century stigmatized as 'Scottish') apparently from narration.
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Questions about saying narrate
How do you pronounce narrate?
Say NAR-ayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈnæreɪt/. In British English it is /nəˈreɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in narrate?
Narrate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAR). Broken into parts: NAR · ayt.
Is narrate pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /nəˈreɪt/ (nuh-RAYT).