How to Pronounce "agnates"
word
ˈæɡ.neɪts
AG-nayts
ˈæɡ.neɪts
AG-nayts
Definition
Agnates are family relatives who are descended from the same male ancestor, usually through the father's line.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɡ.neɪts
British English
ˈæɡ.neɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AG-nayts
UK
AG-nayts
Listen in Context
All the male cousins on my father's side are my agnates.
In old inheritance laws, agnates could receive property before other relatives.
The list of agnates included uncles and their sons.
Because the family followed strict tradition, only agnates could attend certain ceremonies.