How to pronounce factitive
Say it like FAK-tih-tiv. Factitive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAK).
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- FAK
- tih
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Factitive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of factitive
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FAK-tih-tiv.
What does factitive mean?
- Taking a complement that expresses a result along with a direct object, or inherently implying a complement; or synonymous with causative.
- Factive.
Where does factitive come from?
From Latin factitāre, from factus, perfect passive participle of facere + -itāre.
Questions about saying factitive
How do you pronounce factitive?
Say FAK-tih-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈfæktɪtɪv/. In British English it is /ˈfæktɪtɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in factitive?
Factitive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAK). Broken into parts: FAK · tih · tiv.
Is factitive 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 /ˈfæktɪtɪv/ (FAK-tih-tiv).