How to pronounce inductive
Say it like in-DUHK-tiv. Inductive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DUHK).
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- in
- DUHK
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inductive 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.
- DUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of inductive
American and British speakers say inductive in essentially the same way: /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/ in the US and /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-DUHK-tiv.
What does inductive mean?
- Of, or relating to logical induction, by generalizing a universal claim or principle from the observed particular instances.
- Of, relating to, or arising from inductance.
- Introductory or preparatory.
Where does inductive come from?
From Middle French inductif, from Late Latin inductivus.
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Words that rhyme with inductive
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of inductive.
- productive
- destructive
- reproductive
- constructive
- seductive
- unproductive
- conductive
- instructive
- obstructive
- reconstructive
Questions about saying inductive
How do you pronounce inductive?
Say in-DUHK-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/. In British English it is /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inductive?
Inductive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DUHK). Broken into parts: in · DUHK · tiv.
Do Americans and Brits say inductive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/ and the British form is /ˌɪnˈdʌktɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.