How to pronounce estimative
Say it like ES-tih-muh-tiv. Estimative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES).
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- ES
- tih
- muh
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Estimative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of estimative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ES-tih-muh-tiv.
What does estimative mean?
- Of or pertaining to an estimate or to estimation.
Questions about saying estimative
How do you pronounce estimative?
Say ES-tih-muh-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛstɪmətɪv/. In British English it is /ˈɛstɪmətɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in estimative?
Estimative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ES). Broken into parts: ES · tih · muh · tiv.
Is estimative 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 /ˈɛstɪmətɪv/ (ES-tih-muh-tiv).