How to Pronounce "additives"
word
ˈædətɪvz/, /ˈædɪtɪvz
AD-uh-tivz
ˈædɪtˌɪvz
AD-i-tivz
Definition
Additives are substances that are added to something, especially food, to improve its quality, taste, color, or to preserve it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈædətɪvz/, /ˈædɪtɪvz
British English
ˈædɪtˌɪvz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AD-uh-tivz
UK
AD-i-tivz
Listen in Context
Many packaged foods contain additives.
Some additives keep food fresh for longer.
People worry about artificial additives in drinks.
Are you allergic to any food additives?