How to Pronounce Affirmatively

To pronounce "affirmatively", say AFF-irm-at-iv-ely — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

AFF-irm-at-iv-ely

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💡 Tip for remembering “affirmatively”

"affirmatively" has 5 syllables: aff-irm-at-iv-ely.

What does affirmatively mean?

adverb

  1. In an affirming manner.

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Related words

yespositivelyexpresslyexplicitlyspecificallyfavourablyconclusivehead

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "affirmatively"?▾

"Affirmatively" has 5 syllables: aff · irm · at · iv · ely.

What does "affirmatively" mean?▾

Affirmatively: In an affirming manner.

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