How to pronounce consist
Say it like kun-SIST. Consist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIST).
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- kun
- SIST
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Consist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SISTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of consist
American and British speakers say consist in essentially the same way: /kənˈsɪst/ in the US and /kənˈsɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-SIST.
What does consist mean?
- originate (in)“The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country”
- have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in“The payment consists in food”“What does love consist in?”
- be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous“Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end”
Where does consist come from?
From consist (verb).
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Words that rhyme with consist
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Questions about saying consist
How do you pronounce consist?
Say kun-SIST. The American pronunciation is /kənˈsɪst/. In British English it is /kənˈsɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in consist?
Consist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SIST). Broken into parts: kun · SIST.
Do Americans and Brits say consist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈsɪst/ and the British form is /kənˈsɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.