Proper Pronunciation Guide

punitive

[pju nə tɪv]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the letter “u” like the name of the letter itself—
    /ju/—and stress it.
  • Pronounce the first letter “i” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.

Practice Sentence:

 Punitive measures were taken to get them to cooperate.

Definition:

  • (adjective) Giving out or causing punishment.

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