How to Pronounce "tentatively"
word
ˈtɛntətɪvɫi/, /ˈtɛntəvɫi
TEN-tuh-tiv-lee
tˈɛntətˌɪvli
TEN-tuh-tiv-lee
Definition
In a way that shows you are unsure, not certain, or are testing something; also used for actions done temporarily or as a trial.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛntətɪvɫi/, /ˈtɛntəvɫi
British English
tˈɛntətˌɪvli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEN-tuh-tiv-lee
UK
TEN-tuh-tiv-lee
Listen in Context
She smiled tentatively at the new student.
The meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday.
He reached out tentatively to touch the dog.
Let’s tentatively plan for dinner on Friday, but we can change if needed.