How to Pronounce "initiate"
word
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪt/
i-NI-shee-ayt
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪt/
i-NI-shee-ayt
Definition
To start something, or to make something begin; can also mean to introduce someone to a group or activity for the first time.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪt/
British English
/ˌɪˈnɪʃiˌeɪt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
i-NI-shee-ayt
UK
i-NI-shee-ayt
Listen in Context
They will initiate the project next week.
Press this button to initiate the process.
The teacher will initiate the discussion soon.
How do we initiate contact with the new client?