To pronounce "prohibitively", say PROH-ib-it-iv-ely — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PROH-ib-it-iv-ely
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"prohibitively" has 5 syllables: proh-ib-it-iv-ely.
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“a prohibitively expensive gift”
"Prohibitively" has 5 syllables: proh · ib · it · iv · ely.
Prohibitively: In a prohibitive manner.
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