The word "stipendiates" is spelled with three syllables: /stəˈpɛndiˌeɪts/. The first syllable is "stə," pronounced with a schwa sound. The second syllable is "pɛn," with a short "e" sound, and the third syllable is "di-ate-s" with a long "i" sound and a silent "e." The word refers to a person who receives a regular salary or stipend. Correctly spelling complex words like "stipendiates" is important to communicate effectively in writing.