How to pronounce artiste
Say it like ar-TEEST. Artiste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEEST).
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- ar
- TEEST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Artiste pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- arKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- TEESTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of artiste
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ah-TEEST.
What does artiste mean?
- A public performer, especially of song or dance.
- Any person with artistic skill, such as a hairdresser or a cook.
Where does artiste come from?
Borrowed from French artiste.
Words that rhyme with artiste
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of artiste.
Questions about saying artiste
How do you pronounce artiste?
Say ar-TEEST. The American pronunciation is /ɑrˈtist/. In British English it is /ɑːˈtiːst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in artiste?
Artiste has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TEEST). Broken into parts: ar · TEEST.
Is artiste 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 /ɑːˈtiːst/ (ah-TEEST).