How to Pronounce "consummate"
word
ˈkɑnsəˌmeɪt/, /ˈkɑnsəmət
KON-suh-mayt, KON-suh-muht
ˈkɒnsjʊmeɪt
KON-syu-mayt
Definition
As an adjective, it means showing great skill or being perfect in some way. As a verb, it means to complete something, especially to make a marriage official by having sex.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑnsəˌmeɪt/, /ˈkɑnsəmət
British English
ˈkɒnsjʊmeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KON-suh-mayt, KON-suh-muht
UK
KON-syu-mayt
Listen in Context
She is a consummate artist.
He showed consummate skill during the competition.
They consummated their marriage after the ceremony.
Her consummate confidence made the speech unforgettable.