elevate

/ˈelɪveɪt/

Syllables e·le·vate

Stress EL-e-vate

Phonics Breakdown

e

/ɛ/

short e

le

/lɪ/

schwa

vate

/veɪt/

long a-e

Meaning

to raise or lift something; to improve in rank or level

Sound Reference

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e=/ɛ/(bed) + le=/lɪ/(limit) + vate=/veɪt/(late)

Example

Regular exercise can elevate your mood.