How to Pronounce Iterative

To pronounce "iterative", say IT-er-at-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˈɪtəɹətɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɪtəɹətɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “iterative”

"iterative" has 5 syllables: it-er-at-iv-e. It rhymes with innovative and appreciative, if that helps it stick.

What does iterative mean?

noun

(grammar) A verb showing the iterative aspect.

adjective

Of a procedure that involves repetition of steps (iteration) to achieve the desired outcome; in computing this may involve a mechanism such as a loop.
(grammar) Expressive of an action that is repeated with frequency.

Synonyms

frequentative repeated repetitive

Antonyms

noniterative

Words that rhyme with iterative

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

innovative appreciative creative authoritative cooperative meditative manipulative imitative facultative native deliberative commemorative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "iterative"?▾

"Iterative" has 5 syllables: it · er · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "iterative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "iterative" is /ˈɪtəɹətɪv/.

What does "iterative" mean?▾

Iterative: (grammar) A verb showing the iterative aspect.

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