How to Pronounce "restrictive"
word
ɹiˈstɹɪktɪv
ri-STRIK-tiv
ɹɪstɹˈɪktɪv
ri-STRIK-tiv
Definition
Something that limits freedom or makes rules more strict, often by setting boundaries or conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈstɹɪktɪv
British English
ɹɪstɹˈɪktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-STRIK-tiv
UK
ri-STRIK-tiv
Listen in Context
This school has restrictive rules about uniforms.
A restrictive diet can be hard to follow.
The new law is very restrictive for businesses.
Some countries have restrictive visa policies that make it tough to visit.