To pronounce "alliterative", say ALL-it-er-at-iv-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
alliterative
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ALL-it-er-at-iv-e
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"alliterative" has 6 syllables: all-it-er-at-iv-e. It rhymes with innovative and appreciative, if that helps it stick.
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"Alliterative" has 6 syllables: all · it · er · at · iv · e.
Alliterative: In the form or style of alliteration.
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