How to pronounce obsequiate
Say it like ub-SEE-kwee-ayt. Obsequiate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEE).
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- ub
- SEE
- kwee
- ayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obsequiate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ubKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kweeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- aytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of obsequiate
American and British speakers say obsequiate in essentially the same way: /əbˈsikwieɪt/ in the US and /əbˈsiːkwieɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: ub-SEE-kwee-ayt.
What does obsequiate mean?
- To be obsequious to (someone).
Where does obsequiate come from?
From obsequi(ous) + -ate.
Questions about saying obsequiate
How do you pronounce obsequiate?
Say ub-SEE-kwee-ayt. The American pronunciation is /əbˈsikwieɪt/. In British English it is /əbˈsiːkwieɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obsequiate?
Obsequiate has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEE). Broken into parts: ub · SEE · kwee · ayt.
Do Americans and Brits say obsequiate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əbˈsikwieɪt/ and the British form is /əbˈsiːkwieɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.