How to pronounce natively
Say it like NAY-tiv-lee. Natively has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY).
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- NAY
- tiv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Natively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of natively
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: NAY-tiv-lee.
What does natively mean?
- In the manner of a native, especially a native speaker.“He spoke French natively, having been born there, and English almost as well.”
- Pertaining to the computer or architecture in question; without the use of emulation, etc.“This is a Microsoft Windows application, so you can't run it natively on an Apple Mac.”
- In the manner that occurs naturally; without intervention or training.
Where does natively come from?
From native + -ly.
Words that rhyme with natively
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Questions about saying natively
How do you pronounce natively?
Say NAY-tiv-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈneɪtɪvli/. In British English it is /ˈneɪtɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in natively?
Natively has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAY). Broken into parts: NAY · tiv · lee.
Is natively 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 /ˈneɪtɪvli/ (NAY-tiv-lee).