How to Pronounce Affective

To pronounce "affective", say AFF-ect-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈfɛktɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/əˈfɛktɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “affective”

"affective" has 4 syllables: aff-ect-iv-e. It rhymes with objective and perspective, if that helps it stick.

What does affective mean?

adjective

  1. Relating to, resulting from, or influenced by the emotions.
  2. Emotional; emotionally charged.

Words that rhyme with affective

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

objectiveperspectivecollectiveprospectivereflectiveeffectiveintrospectivedefectiveinvectivesubjectiveineffectiveretrospective

Related words

emotionalemotiveaffectionalaffectionaffectionateattachmentfeelingaffectual

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "affective"?▾

"Affective" has 4 syllables: aff · ect · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "affective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "affective" is /əˈfɛktɪv/.

What does "affective" mean?▾

Affective: Relating to, resulting from, or influenced by the emotions.

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