How to Pronounce "transitive"
word
ˈtɹænzɪtɪv
TRAN-zi-tiv
tɹˈænsɪtˌɪv
tran-SI-tiv
Definition
Describes a verb that needs a direct object to complete its meaning (for example, 'eat' in 'eat an apple'). In grammar, 'transitive' shows that something must receive the action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹænzɪtɪv
British English
tɹˈænsɪtˌɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRAN-zi-tiv
UK
tran-SI-tiv
Listen in Context
The word 'transitive' is used to talk about verbs in grammar.
'Eat' is a transitive verb because it needs an object.
In your sentence, use a transitive verb with a direct object.
Not every verb is transitive—some don't need an object at all.