How to Pronounce Locative

To pronounce "locative", say LOC-at-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈlɒkətɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈlɒkətɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “locative”

"locative" has 4 syllables: loc-at-iv-e.

What does locative mean?

noun

  1. (grammar) The locative case.

adjective

  1. (grammar) Indicating place, or the place where, or wherein.

    “a locative adjective”

Related words

postpositionandativedirectionalambulativeperiphrasticdativeadverbativeusitative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "locative"?▾

"Locative" has 4 syllables: loc · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "locative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "locative" is /ˈlɒkətɪv/.

What does "locative" mean?▾

Locative: (grammar) The locative case.

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