How to Pronounce "reactive"
word
ɹiˈæktɪv
ree-AK-tiv
ɹɪˈæktɪv
ri-AK-tiv
Definition
Describes someone or something that responds to events or actions, rather than causing them. It can also refer to a chemical or physical tendency to react easily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈæktɪv
British English
ɹɪˈæktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-AK-tiv
UK
ri-AK-tiv
Listen in Context
She has a reactive skin that turns red easily.
The chemical is very reactive with water.
He tends to be reactive instead of thinking first.
Our manager is quite reactive; he only addresses issues after they happen.