How to Pronounce "vacate"

word

ˈveɪkeɪt

VAY-kayt

vˈeɪkeɪt

VAY-kayt

Definition

To leave a place so that it is empty, especially so someone else can use it. Often used for rooms, seats, buildings, or rented properties.

American English

ˈveɪkeɪt

British English

vˈeɪkeɪt

VAY-kayt

Please vacate your seat for the elderly passenger.

Guests must vacate their rooms by noon.

The building was vacated due to the fire alarm.

We have to vacate the apartment by the end of the month.