How to Pronounce Progressive

To pronounce "progressive", say PROGR-ess-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “progressive”

"progressive" has 4 syllables: progr-ess-iv-e. It rhymes with impressive and aggressive, if that helps it stick.

What does progressive mean?

noun

  1. A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government.
  2. (grammar) A progressive verb; a verb used the progressive tense and generally conjugated as to end in -ing.

adjective

  1. Favouring or promoting progress; advanced.
  2. Gradually advancing in extent; increasing.

Antonyms

non-progressiveconservativereactionaryregressive

Words that rhyme with progressive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

impressiveaggressiveexcessiveoppressiveobsessiveexpressiveregressivepossessivecrescivepressivesuccessivedepressive

Related words

reformistliberalgraduatedmodernadvancedinnovativeactive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "progressive"?▾

"Progressive" has 4 syllables: progr · ess · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "progressive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "progressive" is /pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/.

What does "progressive" mean?▾

Progressive: A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government.

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