How to Pronounce Negatives

To pronounce "negatives", say NEG-at-iv-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

NEG-at-iv-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “negatives”

"negatives" has 4 syllables: neg-at-iv-es.

What does negatives mean?

noun

  1. Refusal or withholding of assents; prohibition, veto
  2. A right of veto.

verb

  1. To refuse; to veto.
  2. To contradict.

Related words

nonbaddissentientdisadvantageousdissidentdissentingantagonisticdismissive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "negatives"?▾

"Negatives" has 4 syllables: neg · at · iv · es.

What does "negatives" mean?▾

Negatives: Refusal or withholding of assents; prohibition, veto

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