How to Pronounce "anticipates"
word
ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪts
an-TISS-uh-payts
æntˈɪsɪpˌeɪts
an-TISS-ih-payts
Definition
To expect something to happen and prepare for it in advance. It can also mean to do something before it happens or before someone else does.
IPA Transcription
American English
ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪts
British English
æntˈɪsɪpˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-TISS-uh-payts
UK
an-TISS-ih-payts
Listen in Context
She anticipates a big crowd at the event.
The teacher anticipates many questions from the students.
He anticipates rain, so he brought an umbrella.
The company anticipates higher sales during the holidays.