How to pronounce "integrate"

integrate

Noun
American
/ˈɪntəˌɡreɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

in te grate

How natives say integrate

British
/ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

in ti grate

How natives say integrate

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1 for AmE: Start with 'in', like 'in' the box.

  • Step 2 for AmE: Say 'te' with a soft 't' and short 'e'.

  • Step 3 for AmE: End with 'grate', like 'great' without the 'r'.

Common Mistakes

  • mis-take (in-te-grate)

  • in-te-great (in-te-grate)

  • in-ter-great (in-te-grate)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Step 1 for BrE: Start with 'in', similar to 'in' the box.

  • Step 2 for BrE: Say 'ti' with a short 'i' sound.

  • Step 3 for BrE: End with 'grate', similar to 'great' without the 'r'.

common mistakes

  • mis-take (in-ti-grate)

  • in-te-great (in-ti-grate)

  • in-ter-great (in-ti-grate)

FAQ

Why is the stress on the first syllable?

In English, many three-syllable words stress the first syllable.

Do I pronounce the 't' strongly?

In American English, it's a soft 't'. In British English, a clearer 't'.

Is 'integrate' a noun?

No, 'integrate' is a verb.

Definition

integrate

To combine things to work together.

Word Family

integration

/ˌɪntəˈɡreɪʃən/

noun

The process of combining things.

Example: Integration of technology is important.

integrated

/ˈɪntəɡreɪtɪd/

adjective

Combined to work together.

Example: The system is fully integrated.

integral

/ˈɪntɪɡrəl/

adjective

Necessary to make a whole complete.

Example: He is an integral part of the team.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Key stress shift from integrate to integration.

Different ending sounds

- integrate vs integrated.

Different vowel sound

- integral vs integrate.

Pro Tips

Link to Meaning

Think how parts join together to 'integrate'.

Stress Practice

Clap on 'IN' to remember primary stress.

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