How to pronounce negativity
Say it like neg-uh-TIV-uh-tee. Negativity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIV).
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- neg
- uh
- TIV
- uh
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Negativity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- negGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of negativity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: neg-uh-TIV-uh-tee.
What does negativity mean?
- The characteristic of being pessimistic or contrarian.
- Negative sentiment.
- The characteristic of having a negative charge.
Where does negativity come from?
From negative + -ity.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with negativity
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of negativity.
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Questions about saying negativity
How do you pronounce negativity?
Say neg-uh-TIV-uh-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˌnɛɡəˈtɪvəti/. In British English it is /ˌnɛɡəˈtɪvəti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in negativity?
Negativity has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TIV). Broken into parts: neg · uh · TIV · uh · tee.
Is negativity 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 /ˌnɛɡəˈtɪvəti/ (neg-uh-TIV-uh-tee).