How to pronounce ascetic
Say it like uh-SET-ik. Ascetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET).
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- uh
- SET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ascetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ascetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uh-SET-ik.
What does ascetic mean?
- One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.
- Of or relating to ascetics.
- Characterized by rigorous self-denial or self-discipline; austere; abstinent; involving a withholding of physical pleasure.
Where does ascetic come from?
First use appears c. 1646.
Words that rhyme with ascetic
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Words that sound like ascetic
Questions about saying ascetic
How do you pronounce ascetic?
Say uh-SET-ik. The American pronunciation is /əˈsɛtɪk/. In British English it is /əˈsɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ascetic?
Ascetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SET). Broken into parts: uh · SET · ik.
Is ascetic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /əˈsɛtɪk/ (uh-SET-ik).
What words sound the same as ascetic?
Ascetic sounds the same as acetic in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.