IPA: /ɪˈnʌnʃieɪt/
KK: /ɪˈnʌnʃiˌeɪt/
To pronounce words clearly and distinctly when speaking.
She tried to enunciate her words so everyone could understand her.
Past: enunciated
Past Participle: enunciated
To say or pronounce words clearly and distinctly.
The teacher asked the students to enunciate their words during the presentation.
Past: enunciated
Past Participle: enunciated
Enunciate → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "nunciare" (meaning to announce). The word "enunciate" means to announce or pronounce clearly and distinctly, emphasizing the act of speaking out.
Think of 'announcing' something 'out' — 'e-' means out, and 'nunciare' means to announce. This helps you remember that enunciate means to clearly pronounce or announce.