How to Pronounce Obtrusive

To pronounce "obtrusive", say OBTR-us-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /əbˈtɹuːsɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/əbˈtɹuːsɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “obtrusive”

"obtrusive" has 4 syllables: obtr-us-iv-e. It rhymes with elusive and exclusive, if that helps it stick.

What does obtrusive mean?

adjective

  1. Sticking out; protruding.

    “The facade of the building was ornamented with obtrusive sculpted designs.”

  2. Noticeable; prominent, especially in a displeasing way.

    “He has an obtrusive forehead.”

Synonyms

impertinentintrusivebulgingjutting

Words that rhyme with obtrusive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elusiveexclusiveintrusiveunobtrusiveconclusiveconduciveallusivereclusiveillusiveabusiveinclusivecollusive

Related words

protrusivenoticeableconspicuousintrusivehyperobtrusiveblatantprotrudentbumptious

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obtrusive"?▾

"Obtrusive" has 4 syllables: obtr · us · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "obtrusive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obtrusive" is /əbˈtɹuːsɪv/.

What does "obtrusive" mean?▾

Obtrusive: Sticking out; protruding.

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