How to Pronounce Speculative

To pronounce "speculative", say SPEC-ul-at-iv-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˈspɛkjuləˌtɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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11

Letters

/ˈspɛkjuləˌtɪv/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “speculative”

"speculative" has 5 syllables: spec-ul-at-iv-e.

What does speculative mean?

adjective

  1. Characterized by speculation; based on guessing, unfounded opinions, or extrapolation.
  2. Pursued as a gamble, with possible large profits or losses; risky.

Related words

wonderingnotionaltheoreticalquestioningtheoreticcuriousinquisitivehigh-risk

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "speculative"?▾

"Speculative" has 5 syllables: spec · ul · at · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "speculative"?▾

The IPA transcription of "speculative" is /ˈspɛkjuləˌtɪv/.

What does "speculative" mean?▾

Speculative: Characterized by speculation; based on guessing, unfounded opinions, or extrapolation.

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