How to Pronounce "designate"
word
ˈdɛzəɡˌneɪt/, /ˈdɛzɪɡˌneɪt
DEZ-uh-nayt
dˈɛzɪɡnˌeɪt
DEZ-ig-nayt
Definition
To officially choose someone or something for a particular purpose or job; also, to indicate or mark something clearly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛzəɡˌneɪt/, /ˈdɛzɪɡˌneɪt
British English
dˈɛzɪɡnˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEZ-uh-nayt
UK
DEZ-ig-nayt
Listen in Context
The company will designate a new manager next week.
Please designate a meeting point for the group.
This area is designated for staff only.
Who will you designate as the team leader?