Does negotiate have a long vowel?

Yes, "negotiate" has a long vowel sound in the first syllable.

Here's why:

* The "e" at the end of the word is silent. This is a common pattern in English words.

* The "o" in "negotiate" is pronounced with a long "o" sound, like in "go" or "no."

Therefore, the first syllable of "negotiate" is pronounced like "nee" with a long "e" sound.