palate
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for palate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The roof of the mouth, separating the mouth from the nasal cavity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use palate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin palatum, "roof of the mouth," possibly of Etruscan origin, reaching English via Old French and Middle English.
Full origin of palate →Frequently asked questions
What does “palate” mean?
The word “palate” means the roof of the mouth, separating the mouth from the nasal cavity. In plain terms, the roof of your mouth, or your ability to appreciate different flavours.
How do you pronounce “palate”?
“Palate” is pronounced PAL-uht (/ˈpæl.ət/ in IPA).
How do you use “palate” in a sentence?
Here is “palate” used in a sentence: “The dentist examined the roof of his palate.”
What part of speech is “palate”?
“Palate” is a noun.
Where does the word “palate” come from?
The word “palate” comes from Latin. From Latin palatum, "roof of the mouth," possibly of Etruscan origin, reaching English via Old French and Middle English.
Is “palate” a common word?
“Palate” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
How many meanings does “palate” have?
“Palate” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the roof of the mouth, separating the mouth from the nasal cavity.