How to pronounce generative
Say it like JEN-uh-ruh-tiv. Generative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN).
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- JEN
- uh
- ruh
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Generative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ruhKeep 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 generative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: JEN-uh-ruh-tiv.
What does generative mean?
- Having the power of generating, propagating, originating, or producing.
- Reproductive.
Where does generative come from?
Inherited from Middle English generatyve.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying generative
How do you pronounce generative?
Say JEN-uh-ruh-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛnərətɪv/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɛnərətɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in generative?
Generative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEN). Broken into parts: JEN · uh · ruh · tiv.
Is generative 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 /ˈdʒɛnərətɪv/ (JEN-uh-ruh-tiv).