How to Pronounce "nominates"
word
ˈnɑməˌneɪts/, /ˈnɑmənəts
NAH-muh-nayts
nˈɒmɪnˌeɪts
NOM-in-ayts
Definition
To officially suggest or choose someone for a position, job, award, or other role.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑməˌneɪts/, /ˈnɑmənəts
British English
nˈɒmɪnˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAH-muh-nayts
UK
NOM-in-ayts
Listen in Context
The company nominates one employee for the award each year.
She nominates her friend for class president.
The committee nominates five candidates for the position.
Every year, the academy nominates the best films for the awards show.