C1verb 2K

Articulate

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪt/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪts/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪtɪd/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪt/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪts/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪtɪd/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Articulate

to express or explain your thoughts or feelings clearly in words

In simple words: To express something clearly and effectively.

Articulate in a sentence

• She struggled to articulate her thoughts.
• It is the school’s duty to articulate its practices to parents.
• He cannot articulate his feelings very well.
• You need to articulate clearly what you are trying to achieve.
• He was too weak to articulate properly.
• Every note was carefully articulated.
• She spoke slowly, articulating each word clearly.
• These courses are designed to articulate with university degrees.
• bones that articulate with others
• a robot with articulated limbs

How to use Articulate

Use 'articulate' when talking about speaking or writing clearly. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler terms might fit better.

Grammar pattern

articulate + object

Memory hint

Articulate sounds like 'articulated', imagine a clear sculpture that speaks to you.

Related words

Collocations with Articulate

• clearly
• well
• explicitly
• carefully
• clearly
• well

Synonyms for Articulate

• express
• enunciate
• communicate
• state
• convey

Opposites of Articulate

• inarticulate
• mumbling
• unclear
• vague

Common mistakes with Articulate

• 'Articulate' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb.
• 'Articulate' confused with 'articulation' which has a different meaning.
• Using 'articulate' in contexts where clarity isn't relevant.

Frequently asked questions about Articulate

What does Articulate mean?

To express something clearly and effectively.

What is the definition of Articulate?

to express or explain your thoughts or feelings clearly in words

How do you use Articulate in a sentence?

She struggled to articulate her thoughts.

Can you give another example of Articulate?

It is the school’s duty to articulate its practices to parents.

What are synonyms for Articulate?

Common alternatives include express, enunciate, communicate, state, convey.

What is the opposite of Articulate?

Opposite meanings include inarticulate, mumbling, unclear, vague.

What words go with Articulate?

It commonly pairs with clearly, well, explicitly, carefully, clearly, well.

What are common mistakes when using Articulate?

'Articulate' used incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb. 'Articulate' confused with 'articulation' which has a different meaning. Using 'articulate' in contexts where clarity isn't relevant.

How do you pronounce Articulate?

US: /["/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪt/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪts/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪtɪd/","/ɑːrˈtɪkjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪt/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪts/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪtɪd/","/ɑːˈtɪkjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Articulate?

Use 'articulate' when talking about speaking or writing clearly. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler terms might fit better.

What CEFR level is Articulate?

"Articulate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.