predicate

How to Split "predicate" into Syllables

The word predicate is divided into 4 syllables: pre·di·ca·te. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• pre — 1st syllable
• di — 2nd syllable
• ca — 3rd syllable
• te — 4th syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of predicate:

• IPA: /ˈpɹɛd.ɪ.kət/

📖 Definitions

1. predicate (comparative more predicate, superlative most predicate)
2. predicate (third-person singular simple present predicates, present participle predicating, simple past and past participle predicated)

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English predicat(e), from Old French predicat (French prédicat), from Medieval Latin praedicātum (“thing said of a subject, predicate”), substantivized from the nominative neuter singular of praedicātus, the perfect passive participle praedicō (“to proclaim”), see -ate (noun-forming suffix); see also Etymology 2 below. The adjective was derived from the noun by metanalysis, see -ate (adjective-forming suffix). From Latin praedicātus, perfect passive participle of praedic...

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• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
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📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare predicate with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
predicate	4	pre·di·ca·te
parodist	3	pa-ro-dist
predict	2	pre-dict
predigest	3	pre-dig-est
Pratchett	1	pratchett

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to predicate:

pref, prep, pres, prey, preen, press, preach, preamp.