How to pronounce relate
Say it like rih-LAYT. Relate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYT).
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- rih
- LAYT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Relate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- LAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of relate
American and British speakers say relate in essentially the same way: /rɪˈleɪt/ in the US and /rɪˈleɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: rih-LAYT.
What does relate mean?
- make a logical or causal connection“I cannot connect these two pieces of evidence in my mind”“colligate these facts”
- be relevant to“There were lots of questions referring to her talk”“My remark pertained to your earlier comments”
- give an account of“The witness related the events”
Where does relate come from?
From Latin relātus, perfect passive participle of referō (“carry back; report”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix).
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Words that rhyme with relate
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Questions about saying relate
How do you pronounce relate?
Say rih-LAYT. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈleɪt/. In British English it is /rɪˈleɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in relate?
Relate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYT). Broken into parts: rih · LAYT.
Do Americans and Brits say relate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rɪˈleɪt/ and the British form is /rɪˈleɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.