How to pronounce unitive
Say it like YOO-nih-tiv. Unitive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- nih
- tiv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unitive pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tivKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of unitive
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: YOO-nih-tiv.
What does unitive mean?
- Of, causing, or involving unity or union.
Where does unitive come from?
From Late Latin unitīvus.
Questions about saying unitive
How do you pronounce unitive?
Say YOO-nih-tiv. The American pronunciation is /ˈjunɪtɪv/. In British English it is /ˈjuːnɪtɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unitive?
Unitive has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · nih · tiv.
Is unitive 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 /ˈjuːnɪtɪv/ (YOO-nih-tiv).