How to Pronounce Durative

To pronounce "durative", say DUR-at-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

DUR-at-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “durative”

"durative" has 4 syllables: dur-at-iv-e. It rhymes with curative, if that helps it stick.

What does durative mean?

noun

  1. This aspect, or a verb in this aspect; a continuative.

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to duration.
  2. Long-lasting.

Synonyms

diuturnalprolonged

Words that rhyme with durative

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

curative

Related words

adverbialadverbialsdurationalevalprolongationalcontinuativetenurialdimensional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "durative"?▾

"Durative" has 4 syllables: dur · at · iv · e.

What does "durative" mean?▾

Durative: This aspect, or a verb in this aspect; a continuative.

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