How to pronounce vellicate
Say it like VEL-ih-kayt. Vellicate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEL).
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- VEL
- ih
- kayt
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vellicate pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kaytKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of vellicate
American and British speakers say vellicate in essentially the same way: /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/ in the US and /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/ in the UK.
British respelling: VEL-ih-kayt.
What does vellicate mean?
- To touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements.
- To twitch or move convulsively.
- To tickle, provoking twitching and laughter.
Where does vellicate come from?
From Latin vellicatus, past participle of vellicare (“to twitch”).
Questions about saying vellicate
How do you pronounce vellicate?
Say VEL-ih-kayt. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/. In British English it is /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vellicate?
Vellicate has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEL). Broken into parts: VEL · ih · kayt.
Do Americans and Brits say vellicate the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/ and the British form is /ˈvɛlɪkeɪt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.