How to Pronounce Purgative

To pronounce "purgative", say PURG-at-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PURG-at-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “purgative”

"purgative" has 4 syllables: purg-at-iv-e.

What does purgative mean?

noun

  1. Something, such as a substance or medicine, that purges; laxative

adjective

  1. (capable of) purging

Related words

catharticevacuantaperientlaxativephysiclapactichydragoguealviducous

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How many syllables are in "purgative"?▾

"Purgative" has 4 syllables: purg · at · iv · e.

What does "purgative" mean?▾

Purgative: Something, such as a substance or medicine, that purges; laxative

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