How to pronounce prorate
Say it like proh-RAYT. Prorate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAYT).
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- proh
- RAYT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Prorate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- RAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of prorate
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: proh-RAYT.
What does prorate mean?
- To divide proportionately, especially by day; to divide pro rata.
Where does prorate come from?
American English derivation from pro rata, from Latin pro (“according to”) + ratus (“calculated”).
Words that rhyme with prorate
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Questions about saying prorate
How do you pronounce prorate?
Say proh-RAYT. The American pronunciation is /ˌproʊˈreɪt/. In British English it is /ˌprəʊˈreɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in prorate?
Prorate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (RAYT). Broken into parts: proh · RAYT.
Is prorate pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌprəʊˈreɪt/ (proh-RAYT).