To pronounce "alterative", say ALT-er-at-iv-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
alterative
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ALT-er-at-iv-e
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"alterative" has 5 syllables: alt-er-at-iv-e.
"Alterative" has 5 syllables: alt · er · at · iv · e.
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