Meaning
Articulate has two main uses:
- Verb – to express an idea or feeling clearly and effectively in speech or writing.
- Adjective – able to speak clearly and expressively.
Grammar and Usage
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Verb (transitive/intransitive): to articulate sth = to express something clearly. Example: She articulated her concerns during the meeting.
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Adjective: Describes a person who can express thoughts or ideas well. Example: He is an articulate speaker.
Common Phrases
- articulate clearly
- articulate thoughts/ideas
- articulate speech
- an articulate person
- articulate argument
Collocations
- Verb + articulate: try to articulate, fail to articulate, be able to articulate
- Adjective + noun: articulate speaker, articulate student, articulate leader
- Adverb + articulate: clearly articulate, effectively articulate
Examples
- She struggled to articulate her emotions after the accident.
- The professor articulated the concept in simple terms.
- He is very articulate and persuasive in debates.
- Children often find it hard to articulate their feelings.
- The lawyer articulated a strong argument for her client.
- His articulate manner impressed the interviewers.
- The teacher helped the student articulate his ideas more clearly.
- Being articulate is an important skill in leadership.
- She articulated her vision for the company’s future.
- Although nervous, he gave an articulate presentation.
Synonyms or Related
- Verb: express, voice, convey, communicate, verbalize
- Adjective: eloquent, fluent, expressive, well-spoken
