How to Pronounce "salivate"
word
ˈsæɫəˌveɪt
SAL-uh-vayt
sˈælɪvˌeɪt
SAL-ih-vayt
Definition
To produce saliva in your mouth, usually because you are hungry or see delicious food. It can also describe being very eager or excited for something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsæɫəˌveɪt
British English
sˈælɪvˌeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAL-uh-vayt
UK
SAL-ih-vayt
Listen in Context
When I smell fresh bread, I salivate.
The dog began to salivate at the sight of food.
People often salivate before eating something tasty.
That commercial always makes me salivate—the food looks amazing!