How to Pronounce Normative

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

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Letters

/ˈnɔɹmətɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “normative”

"normative" has 4 syllables: norm-at-iv-e. It rhymes with informative and formative, if that helps it stick.

What does normative mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to a norm or standard.
  2. Conforming to a norm or norms.

    “normative behaviour”

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Words that rhyme with normative

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informativeformativeperformativeuninformativedormitive

Related words

prescriptivestandardreceivednormnormalstandardsstandardizestandardization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "normative"?▾

"Normative" has 4 syllables: norm · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "normative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "normative" is /ˈnɔɹmətɪv/.

What does "normative" mean?▾

Normative: Of or pertaining to a norm or standard.

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