How to pronounce "locate"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "locate"

Learn how to break down "locate" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ləʊˈkeɪt/
/loʊˈkeɪt/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

L OW1 K EY2 T
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

  • Easier to remember spelling
  • Helps with word recognition
  • Improves reading fluency

Definition of "locate"

Pronunciation: /ləʊˈkeɪt/

Verb

  • To place; to set in a particular spot or position.
  • To find out where something is located.
  • To designate the site or place of; to define the limits of (Note: the designation may be purely descriptive: it need not be prescriptive.)
    Example: "The council must locate the new hospital"
  • To place oneself; to take up one's residence; to settle.