How to Pronounce Assertive

To pronounce "assertive", say ASS-ert-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈsɝtɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈsɝtɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “assertive”

"assertive" has 4 syllables: ass-ert-iv-e. It rhymes with furtive, if that helps it stick.

What does assertive mean?

adjective

  1. Boldly self-assured; confident without being aggressive.

Words that rhyme with assertive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

furtive

Related words

self-assertiveemphaticcockyforcefulaggressiveself-assertingself-confidentconfident

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "assertive"?▾

"Assertive" has 4 syllables: ass · ert · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "assertive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "assertive" is /əˈsɝtɪv/.

What does "assertive" mean?▾

Assertive: Boldly self-assured; confident without being aggressive.

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