How to pronounce inclusive
Say it like in-KLOO-siv. Inclusive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO).
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- in
- KLOO
- siv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inclusive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KLOOSay 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 inclusive
American and British speakers say inclusive in essentially the same way: /ˌɪnˈklusɪv/ in the US and /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-KLOO-siv.
What does inclusive mean?
- including much or everything; and especially including stated limits“an inclusive art form”“an inclusive fee”
Where does inclusive come from?
Derived from Middle French inclusif, from Medieval Latin inclūsīvus, from Latin inclūsus + -īvus.
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Words that rhyme with inclusive
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Questions about saying inclusive
How do you pronounce inclusive?
Say in-KLOO-siv. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈklusɪv/. In British English it is /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inclusive?
Inclusive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLOO). Broken into parts: in · KLOO · siv.
Do Americans and Brits say inclusive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪnˈklusɪv/ and the British form is /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.