How to Pronounce "stimulate"
word
/ˈstɪmjəˌɫeɪt/
STIM-yuh-layt
/stˈɪmjʊlˌeɪt/
stim-YU-layt
Definition
To make someone or something more active, interested, or energetic. It can also mean to encourage a process, growth, or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstɪmjəˌɫeɪt/
British English
/stˈɪmjʊlˌeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STIM-yuh-layt
UK
stim-YU-layt
Listen in Context
Bright colors can stimulate children's creativity.
Caffeine helps to stimulate the brain.
Good teachers stimulate students to ask questions.
The government hopes a tax cut will stimulate spending.