How to Pronounce "instructive"
word
ˌɪnˈstɹəktɪv
in-STRUHK-tiv
ɪnstɹˈʌktɪv
in-STRUHK-tiv
Definition
Something that is instructive gives useful information, teaches you something, or helps you understand a subject better.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈstɹəktɪv
British English
ɪnstɹˈʌktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-STRUHK-tiv
UK
in-STRUHK-tiv
Listen in Context
The teacher gave an instructive lesson about plants.
That book is very instructive for beginners.
Watching the documentary was really instructive.
Her comments during the meeting were surprisingly instructive.