How to pronounce "achieve"

achieve

Noun
American
/əˈtʃiv/

Syllable Breakdown

a chieve

How natives say achieve

British
/əˈtʃiːv/

Syllable Breakdown

a chieve

How natives say achieve

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a schwa sound: /ə/.

  • Move to a 'ch' sound: /tʃ/.

  • End with a long 'ee' sound: /iv/.

Common Mistakes

  • mispronouncing as 'ay' instead of 'a' (ay-chieve)

  • using 'sh' instead of 'ch' (a-sheve)

  • ending with 'vuh' sound (a-chieve-uh)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with a schwa sound: /ə/.

  • Move to a 'ch' sound: /tʃ/.

  • End with a long 'ee' sound: /iːv/.

common mistakes

  • mispronouncing as 'ay' instead of 'a' (ay-chieve)

  • using 'sh' instead of 'ch' (a-sheve)

  • ending with 'vuh' sound (a-chieve-uh)

FAQ

Why is the first sound a schwa?

The schwa indicates an unstressed and quick start.

Is the 'ch' sound soft or hard?

The 'ch' is similar to a soft 'tsh' sound.

How do I make the last 'ee' sound?

Smile slightly; make a long 'ee' as in 'see'.

Definition

achieve

To successfully reach a goal.

Word Family

achievement

/əˈtʃivmənt/

noun

Something done successfully

Example: Winning was a big achievement.

achiever

/əˈtʃivər/

noun

A person who achieves

Example: She is a high achiever.

achievable

/əˈtʃivəbəl/

adjective

Possible to achieve

Example: This goal is achievable.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Noun ending changes to '-mənt' in 'achievement'.

R sound added at end in 'achiever'.

Ends with '-əbəl' in 'achievable'.

Pro Tips

Focus on the 'ch'

Ensure it's a clean 'tsh' sound to avoid 'sh' confusion.

Practice the schwa

Use the schwa to start words naturally and smoothly.

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