How to Pronounce "debates"
word
dəˈbeɪts
duh-BAYTS
dɪbˈeɪts
di-BAYTS
Definition
Formal discussions where people express different opinions on a topic, often to convince others or decide on an issue. 'Debates' is the plural form of 'debate.'
IPA Transcription
American English
dəˈbeɪts
British English
dɪbˈeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
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duh-BAYTS
UK
di-BAYTS
Listen in Context
The students had debates about climate change in class.
There are many debates about this new policy.
Television channels often show political debates.
The best ideas usually come out of passionate debates.