How to Pronounce Motives

To pronounce "motives", say MOT-iv-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈməʊtɪvz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

motives

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈməʊtɪvz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “motives”

"motives" has 3 syllables: mot-iv-es. It rhymes with locomotives, if that helps it stick.

What does motives mean?

noun

  1. An idea or communication that makes one want to act, especially from spiritual sources; a divine prompting.
  2. An incentive to act in a particular way; a reason or emotion that makes one want to do something; anything that prompts a choice of action.

Synonyms

motifmotivation

Words that rhyme with motives

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

locomotives

Related words

motivativemotivationmotivatingcausativeneedmotifmotorarguments

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "motives"?▾

"Motives" has 3 syllables: mot · iv · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "motives"?▾

The IPA transcription of "motives" is /ˈməʊtɪvz/.

What does "motives" mean?▾

Motives: An idea or communication that makes one want to act, especially from spiritual sources; a divine prompting.

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