How to Pronounce "impulsive"
word
/ˌɪmˈpəɫsɪv/
im-PUHL-siv
/ɪmpˈʌlsɪv/
im-PUHL-siv
Definition
Someone who is impulsive acts suddenly without thinking carefully about what might happen. It describes doing things based on emotion or spontaneous desire.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪmˈpəɫsɪv/
British English
/ɪmpˈʌlsɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PUHL-siv
UK
im-PUHL-siv
Listen in Context
He made an impulsive decision to quit his job.
She is very impulsive and often acts before thinking.
Buying that car was an impulsive choice.
I wish I wasn't so impulsive with my money sometimes.