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2Likes- 28-Dec-2011, 11:58 #1
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pronouncing "live" Hello,
This is a silly question but I need an answer from an english speaker because I'm not.
The word LIVE its sound is "liv"
but for example in some cases in broadcasting events sounds as "laif"
Why is the reason of this?
- 28-Dec-2011, 12:04 #2
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Teacher Re: pronouncing "live" The verb is /lɪv/; the adjective is /laɪv/
/laɪf/ is the pronunciation of lifeLast edited by 5jj; 28-Dec-2011 at 12:59. Reason: typo
Context is always important; labelling is rarely important.
- 28-Dec-2011, 12:25 #3
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Threadstarter / Original Poster Re: pronouncing "live" Thanks for your prompt answer
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