How to Pronounce Proactively

To pronounce "proactively", say PROACT-iv-ely — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

PROACT-iv-ely

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💡 Tip for remembering “proactively”

"proactively" has 3 syllables: proact-iv-ely. It rhymes with retroactively and actively, if that helps it stick.

What does proactively mean?

adverb

  1. In a proactive manner; so as to look or plan ahead.

Words that rhyme with proactively

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retroactivelyactivelyattractively

Related words

proactiveactivepositivelyvoluntarilyactivelydiligentlypreventivelypreventatively

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "proactively"?▾

"Proactively" has 3 syllables: proact · iv · ely.

What does "proactively" mean?▾

Proactively: In a proactive manner; so as to look or plan ahead.

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