How to pronounce charismatic
Say it like ker-iz-MAT-ik. Charismatic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT).
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- ker
- iz
- MAT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Charismatic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- izKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- MATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of charismatic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: kar-iz-MAT-ik.
What does charismatic mean?
- Of, related to, or having charisma: having a form of compelling charm which inspires devotion in others due to their strength of character and being full of personality; charming, fascinating, magnetic.
- Of, related to, or being a member of a form of Christianity that emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit.
- A member of the Charismatic Movement.
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Questions about saying charismatic
How do you pronounce charismatic?
Say ker-iz-MAT-ik. The American pronunciation is /kɛrɪzˈmætɪk/. In British English it is /ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in charismatic?
Charismatic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT). Broken into parts: ker · iz · MAT · ik.
Is charismatic 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 /ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk/ (kar-iz-MAT-ik).