To pronounce "delusive", say DEL-us-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"delusive" has 4 syllables: del-us-iv-e. It rhymes with prelusive, if that helps it stick.
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"Delusive" has 4 syllables: del · us · iv · e.
Delusive: Producing delusions.
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