How to Pronounce Objective

To pronounce "objective", say OBJ-ect-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɒbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɒbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “objective”

"objective" has 4 syllables: obj-ect-iv-e. It rhymes with perspective and collective, if that helps it stick.

What does objective mean?

noun

  1. A material object that physically exists.
  2. A goal that is striven for.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to a material object, actual existence or reality.
  2. Not influenced by the emotions or prejudices.

Synonyms

object caseobjective case

Antonyms

subjective

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Words that rhyme with objective

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perspectivecollectiveprospectivereflectiveeffectiveintrospectivedefectiveinvectivesubjectiveineffectiveretrospectiveaffective

Related words

objectconcreterepresentationalverifiableaccusativeneutralimpersonalcool

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "objective"?▾

"Objective" has 4 syllables: obj · ect · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "objective"?▾

The IPA transcription of "objective" is /ɒbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪv/.

What does "objective" mean?▾

Objective: A material object that physically exists.

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