How to Pronounce “Relative”
In this post, I will guide you on the correct pronunciation of the word “relative.” Let’s break it down:
- Start by pronouncing the letter “r” with a slight roll of the tongue.
- Pronounce the vowel sound “eh” as in “bed” or “red.”
- The letter “l” is pronounced by placing the tip of your tongue against the roof of your mouth.
- The vowel sound “uh” as in “butter” or “butterfly.”
- The letter “t” should be pronounced with a gentle tap of the tongue against the roof of your mouth.
- The “i” sound is similar to the vowel sound in “sit” or “kit.”
- Finally, the letter “v” is pronounced by gently bringing the bottom lip towards the top teeth.
When you put it all together, the correct pronunciation of “relative” is “REH-luh-tiv.”
Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep practicing until you feel confident with the pronunciation.