How to Pronounce Massive

To pronounce "massive", say MASS-iv-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmæs.ɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈmæs.ɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “massive”

"massive" has 3 syllables: mass-iv-e. It rhymes with impassive and passive, if that helps it stick.

What does massive mean?

noun

A homogeneous mass of rock, not layered and without an obvious crystal structure.
“karst massives in western Georgia”
A group of people from a locality, or sharing a collective aim, interest, etc.
“Big up to the Croydon massive!”

adjective

Very large in size or extent
“Compared to its counterparts from World War II, the Abrams main battle tank is truly massive.”
Very large or bulky and heavy and solid
“A massive comet or asteroid appears to have ended the era of the dinosaurs.”

Synonyms

colossal enormous gargantuan giant gigantic great huge mahoosive

Antonyms

dwarf little microscopic midget minuscule pint-sized

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Words that rhyme with massive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

impassive passive brasov

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "massive"?▾

"Massive" has 3 syllables: mass · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "massive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "massive" is /ˈmæs.ɪv/.

What does "massive" mean?▾

Massive: A homogeneous mass of rock, not layered and without an obvious crystal structure.

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