How to Pronounce "illustrates"
word
ˈɪɫəˌstɹeɪts
IH-luh-STRAYTS
ˈɪləstɹˌeɪts
IH-luh-strayts
Definition
To show or explain something more clearly by giving an example, picture, or story.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪɫəˌstɹeɪts
British English
ˈɪləstɹˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IH-luh-STRAYTS
UK
IH-luh-strayts
Listen in Context
This picture illustrates how plants grow.
The teacher illustrates the rule with an example.
This chart illustrates the results.
The story really illustrates why honesty is important.