How to pronounce stimulative
Say it like STIM-yuh-lay-tiv. Stimulative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STIM).
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- STIM
- yuh
- lay
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stimulative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- layGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of stimulative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: STIM-yuh-lay-tiv.
What does stimulative mean?
- Having a stimulating effect.
Where does stimulative come from?
From stimulate + -ive.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Questions about saying stimulative
How do you pronounce stimulative?
Say STIM-yuh-lay-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈstɪmjəˌleɪtɪv/. In British English it is /ˈstɪmjəˌleɪtɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stimulative?
Stimulative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STIM). Broken into parts: STIM · yuh · lay · tiv.
Is stimulative 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 /ˈstɪmjəˌleɪtɪv/ (STIM-yuh-lay-tiv).