How to Pronounce Sedatives

To pronounce "sedatives", say SED-at-iv-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

SED-at-iv-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “sedatives”

"sedatives" has 4 syllables: sed-at-iv-es.

What does sedatives mean?

noun

  1. An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.

Synonyms

sleeping pillsoporifictranquilizeranxiolyticdepressantdowner

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Related words

tranquilizingataracticdepressantataraxicdownerdownersdrugsopiates

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sedatives"?▾

"Sedatives" has 4 syllables: sed · at · iv · es.

What does "sedatives" mean?▾

Sedatives: An agent or drug that sedates, having a calming or soothing effect, or inducing sleep.

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