How to Pronounce "descartes"
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deɪˈkɑɹt
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deɪˈkɑːt
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Definition
Descartes refers to René Descartes, a famous French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist known for his statement 'I think, therefore I am.'
IPA Transcription
American English
deɪˈkɑɹt
British English
deɪˈkɑːt
Simplified Pronunciation
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day-KART
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Listen in Context
Descartes was a famous French philosopher.
Descartes wrote many books about philosophy and mathematics.
The saying 'I think, therefore I am' comes from Descartes.
Studying Descartes really changed how I think about knowledge.