How to Pronounce Reflective

To pronounce "reflective", say REFL-ect-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

REFL-ect-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “reflective”

"reflective" has 4 syllables: refl-ect-iv-e. It rhymes with objective and perspective, if that helps it stick.

What does reflective mean?

adjective

  1. That reflects, or redirects back to the source.

    “Mirrors are reflective.”

  2. Pondering, especially thinking back on the past.

    “He always becomes reflective in preparation for the new year.”

Words that rhyme with reflective

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

objectiveperspectivecollectiveprospectiveeffectiveintrospectivedefectiveinvectivesubjectiveineffectiveretrospectiveaffective

Related words

reflectingspecularmirrorlikeintellectualthoughtfulcontemplativeruminativemeditative

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reflective"?▾

"Reflective" has 4 syllables: refl · ect · iv · e.

What does "reflective" mean?▾

Reflective: That reflects, or redirects back to the source.

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