How to pronounce talkative
Say it like TAW-kuh-tiv. Talkative has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAW).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈtɔkətɪv/TAW-kuh-tiv
UK British/ˈtɔːkətɪv/TAW-kuh-tiv
- TAW
- kuh
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Talkative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of talkative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TAW-kuh-tiv.
What does talkative mean?
adjective
- Tending to talk a lot.“a talkative girl”
- Speaking openly and honestly, neglecting privacy and consequences.
Where does talkative come from?
From Middle English talkatyve, equivalent to talk + -ative.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying talkative
How do you pronounce talkative?
Say TAW-kuh-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɔkətɪv/. In British English it is /ˈtɔːkətɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in talkative?
Talkative has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAW). Broken into parts: TAW · kuh · tiv.
Is talkative 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 /ˈtɔːkətɪv/ (TAW-kuh-tiv).