How to pronounce allative
Say it like AL-uh-tiv. Allative has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL).
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- AL
- uh
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of allative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AL-uh-tiv.
What does allative mean?
- Of or relating to the grammatical case that in some languages indicates motion towards a place.
- The allative case, or a word in that case.
Where does allative come from?
Composed from Latin ad + lātus + -īvus.
Questions about saying allative
How do you pronounce allative?
Say AL-uh-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈælətɪv/. In British English it is /ˈælətɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allative?
Allative has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AL). Broken into parts: AL · uh · tiv.
Is allative pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈælətɪv/ (AL-uh-tiv).