How to Pronounce Ingressive

To pronounce "ingressive", say INGR-ess-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

INGR-ess-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “ingressive”

"ingressive" has 4 syllables: ingr-ess-iv-e.

What does ingressive mean?

noun

  1. A speech sound in which the air stream is created by drawing air in through the mouth or nose.

adjective

  1. Going or directed inward, entering.
  2. Open to entry or examination.

    “The chances that your Internet activity is being monitored are low, despite the ingressive nature of the modern Internet environment.”

Antonyms

egressive

Related words

aoristairstreaminwardincessiveinboundinflowinginrushingincursive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ingressive"?▾

"Ingressive" has 4 syllables: ingr · ess · iv · e.

What does "ingressive" mean?▾

Ingressive: A speech sound in which the air stream is created by drawing air in through the mouth or nose.

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