How to Pronounce "possessive"
word
/pəˈzɛsɪv/
puh-ZES-iv
/pəzˈɛsɪv/
puh-ZES-iv
Definition
Describes someone who wants to own or control people or things, or in grammar, words that show ownership (like 'my,' 'your,' or 'Mary’s').
IPA Transcription
American English
/pəˈzɛsɪv/
British English
/pəzˈɛsɪv/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-ZES-iv
UK
puh-ZES-iv
Listen in Context
She is very possessive of her toys.
'His' is a possessive pronoun.
Some people become possessive in relationships.
Don’t be so possessive—let your friends have their own space.