How to pronounce integrative
Say it like IN-tuh-gray-tiv. Integrative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- tuh
- gray
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Integrative pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- grayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of integrative
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: IN-tih-gray-tiv.
What does integrative mean?
- Tending toward or promoting integration.“an integrative approach”
Where does integrative come from?
From integrate + -ive.
Questions about saying integrative
How do you pronounce integrative?
Say IN-tuh-gray-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntəˌɡreɪtɪv/. In British English it is /ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in integrative?
Integrative has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · tuh · gray · tiv.
Is integrative 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 /ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪv/ (IN-tih-gray-tiv).