To pronounce "alternatively", say ALT-ern-at-iv-ely — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
alternatively
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ALT-ern-at-iv-ely
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"alternatively" has 5 syllables: alt-ern-at-iv-ely.
"Alternatively" has 5 syllables: alt · ern · at · iv · ely.
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