To pronounce "adhesive", say ADH-es-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ædˈhi.sɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ædˈhi.sɪv/
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"adhesive" has 4 syllables: adh-es-iv-e. It rhymes with cohesive, if that helps it stick.
noun
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Adhesive" has 4 syllables: adh · es · iv · e.
The IPA transcription of "adhesive" is /ædˈhi.sɪv/.
Adhesive: A substance, such as glue, that provides or promotes adhesion
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