How to Pronounce Affirmatives

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

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AFF-irm-at-iv-es

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"affirmatives" has 5 syllables: aff-irm-at-iv-es.

What does affirmatives mean?

noun

  1. Yes; an answer that shows agreement or acceptance.

    10-4 good buddy. That's an affirmative - the tractor trailer is in the ditch at the side of the highway.

  2. (grammar) An answer that shows agreement or acceptance.

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How many syllables are in "affirmatives"?

"Affirmatives" has 5 syllables: aff · irm · at · iv · es.

What does "affirmatives" mean?

Affirmatives: Yes; an answer that shows agreement or acceptance.

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