English pronunciation · Words Starting with A
Active Pronunciation
Active is pronounced AK-tiv, IPA /ˈæktɪv/.
AK-tiv
US /ˈæktɪv/ · UK /ˈæktɪv/
Syllables: AK · tiv (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
adjective: Doing things, or in operation.
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Active in a Sentence
- She is active in local politics.
- The volcano is still active.
- Only one account is active at a time.
Common Mispronunciations of Active
Not ak-TIV
AK is the loud beat, and the ending is a quick tiv.
Not AK-teev
Keep that second vowel short, as give keeps it.
Tip: Activity and activate both move the punch away from the front.
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