How to Pronounce Quantitative

To pronounce "quantitative", say QUANT-it-at-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˈkwɒntətɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkwɒntətɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quantitative”

"quantitative" has 5 syllables: quant-it-at-iv-e. It rhymes with innovative and appreciative, if that helps it stick.

What does quantitative mean?

adjective

Of a measurement based on some quantity or number rather than on some quality
Of a form of analysis that determines the amount of some element or compound in a sample

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Words that rhyme with quantitative

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innovative appreciative creative authoritative cooperative meditative manipulative imitative facultative native deliberative commemorative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quantitative"?▾

"Quantitative" has 5 syllables: quant · it · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "quantitative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quantitative" is /ˈkwɒntətɪv/.

What does "quantitative" mean?▾

Quantitative: Of a measurement based on some quantity or number rather than on some quality

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