How to Pronounce “denote”

American (US)

/dɪˈnoʊt/

British (UK)

/dɪˈnəʊt/

verb — To indicate; to mark.

Example: The yellow blazes denote the trail.

The final e is silent. The transcription /dɪˈnoʊt/ ends on a consonant sound, so the written e at the end of “denote” is not pronounced.

Where the stress falls. “denote” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /dɪˈnoʊt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "denote" mean?

denote (verb): To indicate; to mark. For example — The yellow blazes denote the trail.

How do you pronounce "denote" in American vs British English?

American English: /dɪˈnoʊt/. British English: /dɪˈnəʊt/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "denote"?

/dɪˈnoʊt/ in American English, /dɪˈnəʊt/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "denote"?

“denote” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /dɪˈnoʊt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.