Number of syllables in the word 'captive'

Find out how many syllables are there in the word captive.

  1. No of syllables in captive : 2
  2. Divide syllables in captive : cap-tive

More about the word - captive

  1. noun
  2. Definition : One who has been captured or is otherwise confined.
  3. Definition : One held prisoner.
  4. Definition : One charmed or subdued by beauty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
  1. verb
  2. Definition : To capture; to take captive.
  1. adjective
  2. Definition : Held prisoner; not free; confined.
  3. Definition : Subdued by love; charmed; captivated.
  4. Definition : Of or relating to bondage or confinement; serving to confine.

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