How to Pronounce "animate"
word
ˈænəˌmeɪt/, /ˈænəmət
AN-uh-mayt, AN-uh-muht
ˈæ.nə.meɪt
AN-uh-mayt
Definition
To give life, energy, or motion to something. It can mean making cartoons move or making someone feel more lively or enthusiastic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænəˌmeɪt/, /ˈænəmət
British English
ˈæ.nə.meɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-uh-mayt, AN-uh-muht
UK
AN-uh-mayt
Listen in Context
The artist will animate the cartoon dog.
She used bright colors to animate the room.
Funny stories animate a boring meeting.
He really knows how to animate a crowd at parties.