How to pronounce combativeness
Say it like kum-BAT-iv-nus. Combativeness has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAT).
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- kum
- BAT
- iv
- nus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Combativeness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of combativeness
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: kum-BAT-iv-nus.
What does combativeness mean?
- The state of being combative.
Where does combativeness come from?
From combative + -ness.
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Questions about saying combativeness
How do you pronounce combativeness?
Say kum-BAT-iv-nus. The American pronunciation is /kəmˈbætɪvnəs/. In British English it is /kəmˈbætɪvnəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in combativeness?
Combativeness has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BAT). Broken into parts: kum · BAT · iv · nus.
Is combativeness pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /kəmˈbætɪvnəs/ (kum-BAT-iv-nus).