To pronounce "supportive", say SUPP-ort-iv-e — 4 syllables, IPA /səˈpɔːtɪv/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/səˈpɔːtɪv/
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"supportive" has 4 syllables: supp-ort-iv-e. It rhymes with tortive and abortive, if that helps it stick.
adjective
“I had a very supportive coach who helped me.”
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"Supportive" has 4 syllables: supp · ort · iv · e.
The IPA transcription of "supportive" is /səˈpɔːtɪv/.
Supportive: Providing support.
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