How to Pronounce "permeate"
word
ˈpɝmiˌeɪt
PUR-mee-ayt
pˈɜːmɪˌeɪt
PUR-mee-ayt
Definition
To spread through or go into every part of something; often used for smells, feelings, or ideas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɝmiˌeɪt
British English
pˈɜːmɪˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUR-mee-ayt
UK
PUR-mee-ayt
Listen in Context
The smell of fresh bread permeates the whole house.
Sadness permeated the atmosphere after the news.
Water can permeate certain types of rock.
Hope seemed to permeate every conversation we had that day.