How to Pronounce "impersonates"
word
ˌɪmˈpɝsəˌneɪts
im-PUR-suh-nayts
ɪmpˈɜːsənˌeɪts
im-PUR-suhn-ayts
Definition
To pretend to be someone else or copy how they act, speak, or look, usually to entertain others or deceive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˈpɝsəˌneɪts
British English
ɪmpˈɜːsənˌeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PUR-suh-nayts
UK
im-PUR-suhn-ayts
Listen in Context
He impersonates famous actors on TV.
She impersonates her teacher for fun.
In the play, he impersonates a king.
He laughs every time his brother impersonates their dad's angry voice.