To pronounce "ruminative", say RUM-in-at-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"ruminative" has 5 syllables: rum-in-at-iv-e.
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"Ruminative" has 5 syllables: rum · in · at · iv · e.
Ruminative: Causing rumination or prone to it; thoughtful.
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