How to pronounce repressive
Say it like ree-PRES-iv. Repressive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRES).
- ree
- PRES
- iv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Repressive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- PRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of repressive
American and British speakers say repressive in essentially the same way: /riˈprɛsɪv/ in the US and /riˈprɛsɪv/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-PRES-iv.
What does repressive mean?
- Serving to repress or suppress; oppressive
Where does repressive come from?
From repress + -ive.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with repressive
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Questions about saying repressive
How do you pronounce repressive?
Say ree-PRES-iv. The American pronunciation is /riˈprɛsɪv/. In British English it is /riˈprɛsɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in repressive?
Repressive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PRES). Broken into parts: ree · PRES · iv.
Do Americans and Brits say repressive the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈprɛsɪv/ and the British form is /riˈprɛsɪv/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.