How to pronounce plausive
Say it like PLAW-ziv. Plausive has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAW).
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US American/ˈplɔzɪv/PLAW-ziv
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- PLAW
- ziv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Plausive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- zivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does plausive mean?
adjective
- Laudable, praisable.
Where does plausive come from?
From Latin plaus-, from Latin plaudere (“to applaud”) + -ive.
Questions about saying plausive
How do you pronounce plausive?
Say PLAW-ziv. The American pronunciation is /ˈplɔzɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in plausive?
Plausive has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAW). Broken into parts: PLAW · ziv.