How to pronounce negate
Say it like nih-GAYT. Negate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GAYT).
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- nih
- GAYT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Negate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- GAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of negate
American and British speakers say negate in essentially the same way: /nɪˈɡeɪt/ in the US and /nɪˈɡeɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: nih-GAYT.
What does negate mean?
- To deny the existence, evidence, or truth of; to contradict.“The investigation tending to negate any supernatural influences.”
- To nullify or cause to be ineffective.“Progress on the study has been negated by the lack of funds.”
- To be negative; bring or cause negative results.“a pessimism that always negates”
Where does negate come from?
From Latin negātus, perfect passive participle of negō (“to deny, refuse, decline”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).
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Words that rhyme with negate
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Questions about saying negate
How do you pronounce negate?
Say nih-GAYT. The American pronunciation is /nɪˈɡeɪt/. In British English it is /nɪˈɡeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in negate?
Negate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GAYT). Broken into parts: nih · GAYT.
Do Americans and Brits say negate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /nɪˈɡeɪt/ and the British form is /nɪˈɡeɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.