To pronounce "apprehensive", say APPR-eh-ens-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"apprehensive" has 5 syllables: appr-eh-ens-iv-e. It rhymes with pensive and comprehensive, if that helps it stick.
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"Apprehensive" has 5 syllables: appr · eh · ens · iv · e.
Apprehensive: Anticipating something with anxiety or fear.
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