How to Pronounce Retentivity

To pronounce "retentivity", say RET-ent-iv-ity — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

RET-ent-iv-ity

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💡 Tip for remembering “retentivity”

"retentivity" has 4 syllables: ret-ent-iv-ity.

What does retentivity mean?

noun

  1. The ability to retain, potential for retention
  2. The capacity to retain magnetism after the magnetizing action

Synonyms

retentiveness

Related words

retentionretentivenessretentatecapacityreabsorbabilityretrievablenessreceptibilitysorbability

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retentivity"?▾

"Retentivity" has 4 syllables: ret · ent · iv · ity.

What does "retentivity" mean?▾

Retentivity: The ability to retain, potential for retention

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