Phonetic Breakdown of "illuminate"
Learn how to break down "illuminate" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.
illu-mi-nate
3 syllables
Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:
/ɪlˈl(j)uməneɪt/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries
IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:
IH2 L UW1 M IH0 N IH0 T
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation
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Definition of "illuminate"
Noun
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Someone thought to have an unusual degree of enlightenment.
Verb
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To shine light on something.
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To decorate something with lights.
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To clarify or make something understandable.
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To decorate the page of a manuscript book with ornamental designs.
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To make spectacular.
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To glow; to light up.
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To be exposed to light.
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To direct a radar beam toward.
Adjective
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Enlightened