How to Pronounce "capitulate"
word
kəˈpɪtʃuɫeɪt/, /kəˈpɪtʃuɫɪt
kuh-PICH-uh-layt
kɐpˈɪtʃʊlˌeɪt
kuh-PICH-yuh-layt
Definition
To stop opposing and finally accept something, especially after a struggle or when under pressure; to surrender or give in.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈpɪtʃuɫeɪt/, /kəˈpɪtʃuɫɪt
British English
kɐpˈɪtʃʊlˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-PICH-uh-layt
UK
kuh-PICH-yuh-layt
Listen in Context
After a long negotiation, the company finally capitulated to the workers' demands.
The army refused to capitulate despite being surrounded.
He will not capitulate to unfair rules.
In the end, she capitulated and agreed to help with the project.