How to Pronounce Submissive

To pronounce "submissive", say SUBM-iss-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /səbˈmɪsɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/səbˈmɪsɪv/

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💡 Tip for remembering “submissive”

"submissive" has 4 syllables: subm-iss-iv-e. It rhymes with derisive and permissive, if that helps it stick.

What does submissive mean?

noun

  1. (BDSM) One who submits to a dominant partner in sexual practices.
  2. One who submits.

adjective

  1. Meekly obedient or passive.

Synonyms

biddabledocilemeekobedientslavishsubservienttimid

Antonyms

defiantrebelliousdominantdomineering

Words that rhyme with submissive

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

derisivepermissivemissivedismissive

Related words

subservientsubordinateslavishcompliantservilemeekabjecthenpecked

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "submissive"?▾

"Submissive" has 4 syllables: subm · iss · iv · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "submissive"?▾

The IPA transcription of "submissive" is /səbˈmɪsɪv/.

What does "submissive" mean?▾

Submissive: (BDSM) One who submits to a dominant partner in sexual practices.

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