How to pronounce summate
Say it like SUHM-ayt. Summate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHM).
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- SUHM
- ayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Summate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- aytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of summate
American and British speakers say summate in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌmeɪt/ in the US and /ˈsʌmeɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHM-ayt.
What does summate mean?
- To sum, add up; perform a summation.
- To sum up, summarize.
Where does summate come from?
From sum + -ate (verb-forming suffix).
Questions about saying summate
How do you pronounce summate?
Say SUHM-ayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌmeɪt/. In British English it is /ˈsʌmeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in summate?
Summate has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHM). Broken into parts: SUHM · ayt.
Do Americans and Brits say summate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌmeɪt/ and the British form is /ˈsʌmeɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.