How to Pronounce "inflates"
word
ˌɪnˈfɫeɪts
in-FLAYTS
ɪnflˈeɪts
in-FLAYTS
Definition
'Inflates' means to fill something with air or gas so it becomes larger, or to make something increase in size, importance, or price.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈfɫeɪts
British English
ɪnflˈeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
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in-FLAYTS
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in-FLAYTS
Listen in Context
She inflates the balloon for the party.
He inflates the tire when it is flat.
The company inflates its prices every summer.
He always inflates his achievements when telling stories.