How to pronounce estimate

Say it like this: /ˈɛs.tə.mət/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈɛs.tə.mət/

What does estimate mean?

nounA rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.

A document (or verbal notification) specifying how much a job is likely to cost.

An upper limitation on some positive quantity.

verbTo calculate roughly, often from imperfect data.

To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.

“It is always very difficult to estimate the age in which you are living.”

adjestimated

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