How to Pronounce Intensive

To pronounce "intensive", say INT-ens-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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9

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/ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “intensive”

"intensive" has 4 syllables: int-ens-iv-e. It rhymes with apprehensive and pensive, if that helps it stick.

What does intensive mean?

noun

  1. Form of a word with a stronger or more forceful sense than the root on which the intensive is built.

adjective

  1. Thorough; to a great degree; with intensity.
  2. Demanding; requiring a great amount of work etc.

    “This job is difficult because it is so labour-intensive.”

Words that rhyme with intensive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

apprehensivepensivecomprehensiveextensiveoffensivedefensiveinoffensiveexpensiveinexpensivetensivecounteroffensivehypertensive

Related words

intensifierintenseintensitydrasticrobuststrongintensifyingstrenuous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intensive"?▾

"Intensive" has 4 syllables: int · ens · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "intensive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intensive" is /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/.

What does "intensive" mean?▾

Intensive: Form of a word with a stronger or more forceful sense than the root on which the intensive is built.

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