How to Pronounce "expressive"
word
ɪksˈpɹɛsɪv
ik-SPRES-iv
ɛkspɹˈɛsɪv
ek-SPRES-iv
Definition
Showing feelings, thoughts, or ideas clearly, often through facial expressions, gestures, or how something is said or done.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪksˈpɹɛsɪv
British English
ɛkspɹˈɛsɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-SPRES-iv
UK
ek-SPRES-iv
Listen in Context
She has very expressive eyes.
His art is very expressive.
Children are often very expressive with their feelings.
I love how expressive your face gets when you tell stories.