How to Pronounce Facultative

To pronounce "facultative", say FAC-ult-at-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˈfæ.kəl.tə.tɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈfæ.kəl.tə.tɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “facultative”

"facultative" has 5 syllables: fac-ult-at-iv-e. It rhymes with innovative and appreciative, if that helps it stick.

What does facultative mean?

adjective

  1. Of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty
  2. Not obligate; optional, discretionary or elective

Antonyms

obligateobligatory

Words that rhyme with facultative

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

innovativeappreciativecreativeauthoritativecooperativemeditativemanipulativeimitativenativedeliberativecommemorativeaccumulative

Related words

optionalenablingoptionallyelectivevoluntarydiscretionaryinterimtemporary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "facultative"?▾

"Facultative" has 5 syllables: fac · ult · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "facultative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "facultative" is /ˈfæ.kəl.tə.tɪv/.

What does "facultative" mean?▾

Facultative: Of or relating to faculty, especially to mental faculty

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