How to pronounce competitive

Say it like this: /kəmˈpɛt.ə.tɪv/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/kəmˈpɛt.ɪ.tɪv/

What does competitive mean?

adjOf or pertaining to competition.

Inclined to compete.

Capable of competing successfully.

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