How to Pronounce Adjective

To pronounce "adjective", say ADJ-ect-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “adjective”

"adjective" has 4 syllables: adj-ect-iv-e.

What does adjective mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.

    “The words “big” and “heavy” are English adjectives.”

  2. A dependent; an accessory.

verb

  1. To make an adjective of; to form or convert into an adjective.
  2. (chiefly as a participle) To characterize with an adjective; to describe by using an adjective.

adjective

  1. Incapable of independent function.
  2. (grammar) Adjectival; pertaining to or functioning as an adjective.

Synonyms

adjectivaldependentderivativeprocedural

Antonyms

substantive

Related words

adjectivalproceduralwordreferenceexpressiondescriptioncapacityterm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adjective"?▾

"Adjective" has 4 syllables: adj · ect · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "adjective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "adjective" is /ˈæ.d͡ʒə(k).tɪv/.

What does "adjective" mean?▾

Adjective: (grammar) A word that modifies a noun or describes a noun’s referent.

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