How to pronounce casuist
Say it like KAZH-oo-ist. Casuist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAZH).
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- KAZH
- oo
- ist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Casuist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAZHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- istKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of casuist
American and British speakers say casuist in essentially the same way: /ˈkæʒuɪst/ in the US and /ˈkæʒuːɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAZH-oo-ist.
What does casuist mean?
- A person who resolves cases of conscience or moral duty.
- Someone who attempts to specify exact and precise rules for the direction of every circumstance of behavior.
- One who is skilled in, or given to, casuistry.
Where does casuist come from?
From French casuiste, from Spanish casuista, from Latin casus (“case”).
Questions about saying casuist
How do you pronounce casuist?
Say KAZH-oo-ist. The American pronunciation is /ˈkæʒuɪst/. In British English it is /ˈkæʒuːɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in casuist?
Casuist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAZH). Broken into parts: KAZH · oo · ist.
Do Americans and Brits say casuist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkæʒuɪst/ and the British form is /ˈkæʒuːɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.