Como Pronunciar "motive"

word

MOH-tiv

Definição

A motive is the reason why someone does something, especially the hidden or real reason behind an action. It is often used when talking about crime, decisions, or behavior.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

/ˈmoʊtɪv/

Inglês Britânico

/mˈəʊtɪv/

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

MOH-tiv

Ouça em Contexto

The police could not find a clear motive for the attack.

Money was his main motive for lying.

She asked him what his motive was.

I’m not saying she did it, but her motive looks pretty obvious.