Educate
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To provide formal schooling, instruction, or training to a person in order to develop their knowledge and abilities.
“The charity works tirelessly to educate children living in remote rural communities.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɛdjʊkeɪt/
Syllables
ed·u·cate
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Wordle
Vowel-rich with E, U, A, E filling four of seven positions, starts and ends with E
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Excellent for clearing excess vowels from your rack, worth around 10 points base
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