To pronounce "hypersensitive", say HYPERS-ens-it-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"hypersensitive" has 5 syllables: hypers-ens-it-iv-e. It rhymes with sensitive and insensitive, if that helps it stick.
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"Hypersensitive" has 5 syllables: hypers · ens · it · iv · e.
Hypersensitive: Highly or abnormally sensitive to some substances or agents, especially to some allergen.
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