Receiving words correctly can be a challenge for non-native English speakers, but with practice and the right guidance, it can be mastered!

Pronouncing receive correctly begins with the correct placement of stress. The primary stress should be on the first syllable, "re," and the secondary stress should be on the last syllable, "eive." To practice this, try saying the word out loud and emphasizing each syllable with a little extra volume.

The "re" in receive is pronounced similarly to the "re" in "red." The "c" sound is made with the tongue near the back of the mouth and the "e" sound is made with the tongue near the front of the mouth. The "i" sound is made with a slightly raised tongue and the "v" is pronounced like a "v" in "van."

The "eive" part of receive is pronounced similarly to "eve." The "e" sound is made with the tongue near the front of the mouth and the "v" is pronounced like a "v" in "van."

In summary, to properly pronounce receive, stress the first syllable and follow the step-by-step instructions above. With practice, you will be able to pronounce receive correctly in no time!