How to Pronounce Comparatively

To pronounce "comparatively", say COMP-ar-at-iv-ely — 5 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪvli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

/kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪvli/

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💡 Tip for remembering “comparatively”

"comparatively" has 5 syllables: comp-ar-at-iv-ely.

What does comparatively mean?

adverb

  1. In a comparative manner.
  2. When compared to other entities

Related words

relativelycomparablycomparisonrelativecorrespondinglyproportionallyproportionatelyfairly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "comparatively"?▾

"Comparatively" has 5 syllables: comp · ar · at · iv · ely.

What is the IPA transcription of "comparatively"?▾

The IPA transcription of "comparatively" is /kəmˈpæɹ.ə.tɪvli/.

What does "comparatively" mean?▾

Comparatively: In a comparative manner.

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