To pronounce "inoperative", say IN-op-er-at-iv-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"inoperative" has 6 syllables: in-op-er-at-iv-e. It rhymes with operative and uncooperative, if that helps it stick.
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"Inoperative" has 6 syllables: in · op · er · at · iv · e.
Inoperative: Not working or functioning; either idle or broken.
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