How to Pronounce "anticipate"
word
/ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪt/
an-TI-suh-payt
/æntˈɪsɪpˌeɪt/
an-TI-si-payt
Definition
To expect or predict that something will happen and prepare for it. Can also mean to look forward to something with excitement or eagerness.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪt/
British English
/æntˈɪsɪpˌeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-TI-suh-payt
UK
an-TI-si-payt
Listen in Context
We anticipate heavy traffic during the holiday weekend.
I'm really anticipating our vacation next month.
No one could have anticipated such a dramatic change.
Good chess players anticipate their opponent's moves several turns ahead.