To pronounce "prelusive", say PREL-us-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /pɹɪˈluːsɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
prelusive
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/pɹɪˈluːsɪv/
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"prelusive" has 4 syllables: prel-us-iv-e. It rhymes with delusive, if that helps it stick.
adjective
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Prelusive" has 4 syllables: prel · us · iv · e.
The IPA transcription of "prelusive" is /pɹɪˈluːsɪv/.
Prelusive: Acting as a prelude; preliminary.
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