How to Pronounce "tolerate"
word
/ˈtɑɫɝˌeɪt/
TAH-luh-rayt
/tˈɒləɹˌeɪt/
TO-luh-rayt
Definition
To accept or allow something unpleasant, different, or unwanted without stopping it. It can also mean being able to physically handle something, such as pain, heat, or certain foods.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɑɫɝˌeɪt/
British English
/tˈɒləɹˌeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAH-luh-rayt
UK
TO-luh-rayt
Listen in Context
I can't tolerate loud music when I study.
Some people cannot tolerate milk.
Our teacher will not tolerate cheating.
I can tolerate a lot, but being ignored really gets to me.