How to pronounce allusive
Say it like uh-LOO-siv. Allusive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOO).
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- uh
- LOO
- siv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allusive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- sivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of allusive
American and British speakers say allusive in essentially the same way: /əˈlusɪv/ in the US and /əˈluːsɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-LOO-siv.
What does allusive mean?
- that contains or makes use of allusions (indirect references or hints)
Where does allusive come from?
From Latin allūs-, past participle stem of allūdere (“to joke, jest”; see allude) + -ive.
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Words that rhyme with allusive
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Questions about saying allusive
How do you pronounce allusive?
Say uh-LOO-siv. The American pronunciation is /əˈlusɪv/. In British English it is /əˈluːsɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allusive?
Allusive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LOO). Broken into parts: uh · LOO · siv.
Do Americans and Brits say allusive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈlusɪv/ and the British form is /əˈluːsɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.