How to Pronounce Decisiveness

To pronounce "decisiveness", say DEC-is-iv-en-ess — 5 syllables, IPA /dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “decisiveness”

"decisiveness" has 5 syllables: dec-is-iv-en-ess. It rhymes with divisiveness, if that helps it stick.

What does decisiveness mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being decisive.

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Words that rhyme with decisiveness

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divisiveness

Related words

decisionconclusivenessfinalityresolutenessdeterminationwillingnessresolveeffectiveness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decisiveness"?▾

"Decisiveness" has 5 syllables: dec · is · iv · en · ess.

What is the IPA transcription of "decisiveness"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decisiveness" is /dɪˈsaɪsɪvnəs/.

What does "decisiveness" mean?▾

Decisiveness: The state or quality of being decisive.

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