How to Pronounce Reductive

To pronounce "reductive", say RED-uct-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈdʌktɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɹɪˈdʌktɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reductive”

"reductive" has 4 syllables: red-uct-iv-e.

What does reductive mean?

adjective

  1. Pertaining to the reduction of a decree etc.; rescissory.
  2. Causing the physical reduction or diminution of something.

Antonyms

oxidative

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Related words

subtractivereductionreductantreductionistrestrictionrestrictivenarrowsimplistic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reductive"?▾

"Reductive" has 4 syllables: red · uct · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "reductive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reductive" is /ɹɪˈdʌktɪv/.

What does "reductive" mean?▾

Reductive: Pertaining to the reduction of a decree etc.; rescissory.

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