How to Pronounce “erudite”

American (US)

/ˈerjʊdaɪt/

British (UK)

/ˈerʊdaɪt/

adjective — Having or showing wide, deep learning.

Example: His footnotes are erudite and slightly intimidating.

Synonyms: learned, scholarly

Antonyms: ignorant

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

Where the stress falls. “erudite” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈerjʊdaɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "erudite" mean?

erudite (adjective): Having or showing wide, deep learning. For example — His footnotes are erudite and slightly intimidating.

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

American English: /ˈerjʊdaɪt/. British English: /ˈerʊdaɪt/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "erudite"?

/ˈerjʊdaɪt/ in American English, /ˈerʊdaɪt/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "erudite"?

“erudite” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈerjʊdaɪt/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.