How to Pronounce Infinitive

To pronounce "infinitive", say INF-in-it-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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10

Letters

/ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “infinitive”

"infinitive" has 5 syllables: inf-in-it-iv-e. It rhymes with definitive and unimaginative, if that helps it stick.

What does infinitive mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) the infinitive mood or mode (a grammatical mood)
  2. (grammar) A non-finite verb form considered neutral with respect to inflection; depending on language variously found used with auxiliary verbs, in subordinate clauses, or acting as a gerund, and often as the dictionary form.

adjective

  1. (grammar) Formed with the infinitive.
  2. Unlimited; not bounded or restricted; undefined.

Words that rhyme with infinitive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

definitiveunimaginative

Related words

infinitenon-finiteuninflectedgerundialto-infinitiveing-form

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "infinitive"?▾

"Infinitive" has 5 syllables: inf · in · it · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "infinitive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "infinitive" is /ɪnˈfɪnətɪv/.

What does "infinitive" mean?▾

Infinitive: (grammar) the infinitive mood or mode (a grammatical mood)

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