How to Pronounce "associative"
word
əˈsoʊʃəˌtɪv
uh-SOH-shuh-tiv
ɐsˈəʊsiətˌɪv
uh-SOH-see-uh-tiv
Definition
Describes something that connects or joins things together, or something related to making associations, especially in math, logic, or psychology.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈsoʊʃəˌtɪv
British English
ɐsˈəʊsiətˌɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-SOH-shuh-tiv
UK
uh-SOH-see-uh-tiv
Listen in Context
The associative property in math helps you group numbers in different ways.
Some people have an associative memory and can link ideas easily.
His thinking is associative, moving from one idea to the next quickly.
You can use associative links to help memorize vocabulary faster.