How to pronounce proactively
Say it like proh-AK-tiv-lee. Proactively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AK).
- proh
- AK
- tiv
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proactively pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- prohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- AKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of proactively
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: proh-AK-tiv-lee.
What does proactively mean?
- In a proactive manner; so as to look or plan ahead.
Where does proactively come from?
From proactive + -ly.
Words that rhyme with proactively
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of proactively.
Questions about saying proactively
How do you pronounce proactively?
Say proh-AK-tiv-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˌproʊˈæktɪvˌli/. In British English it is /prəʊˈæktɪvli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proactively?
Proactively has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AK). Broken into parts: proh · AK · tiv · lee.
Is proactively pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /prəʊˈæktɪvli/ (proh-AK-tiv-lee).