To pronounce "inattentive", say IN-att-ent-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌɪn.ə.ˈtɛn.tɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
inattentive
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/ˌɪn.ə.ˈtɛn.tɪv/
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"inattentive" has 5 syllables: in-att-ent-iv-e. It rhymes with attentive and inventive, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“He was inattentive in class and did not do well in his exams.”
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"Inattentive" has 5 syllables: in · att · ent · iv · e.
The IPA transcription of "inattentive" is /ˌɪn.ə.ˈtɛn.tɪv/.
Inattentive: Of or pertaining to lack of attention; not paying attention; careless.
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