How to Pronounce Exploitative

To pronounce "exploitative", say EXPL-oit-at-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɛkˈsplɔɪtətɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɛkˈsplɔɪtətɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “exploitative”

"exploitative" has 5 syllables: expl-oit-at-iv-e.

What does exploitative mean?

adjective

  1. In the nature of exploitation; acting to exploit someone or something

    “We are protesting the company's exploitative policies.”

  2. (more generally) Of or relating to exploitation.

Synonyms

exploitive

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "exploitative"?▾

"Exploitative" has 5 syllables: expl · oit · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "exploitative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "exploitative" is /ɛkˈsplɔɪtətɪv/.

What does "exploitative" mean?▾

Exploitative: In the nature of exploitation; acting to exploit someone or something

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