How do you pronounce "equate"?

In American English: /ɪˈkweɪt/ (i-KWAYT). In British English: /ɪkwˈeɪt/ (ikw-AYT). In Canadian English: /ɪˈkweɪt/ (i-KWAYT). In Australian English: /ɪkwˈeɪt/ (ikw-AYT).

Is "equate" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ɪˈkweɪt/ (i-KWAYT), while in British English it's /ɪkwˈeɪt/ (ikw-AYT).

How to Pronounce "equate"

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equate

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/ɪˈkweɪt/

i-KWAYT

Syllable Breakdown

ɪequ·kweɪtate

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