How to pronounce anarchistic
Say it like an-er-KIS-tik. Anarchistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KIS).
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- an
- er
- KIS
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anarchistic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of anarchistic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: an-uh-KIS-tik.
What does anarchistic mean?
- Of or relating to anarchism or anarchy.
- Anarchic; chaotic or free-spirited.
Where does anarchistic come from?
From anarchist + -ic.
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Questions about saying anarchistic
How do you pronounce anarchistic?
Say an-er-KIS-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˌænərˈkɪstɪk/. In British English it is /ˌænəˈkɪstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anarchistic?
Anarchistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KIS). Broken into parts: an · er · KIS · tik.
Is anarchistic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌænəˈkɪstɪk/ (an-uh-KIS-tik).