How to pronounce cyclist
Say it like SY-kuh-list. Cyclist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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US American/ˈsaɪkəlɪst/SY-kuh-list
UK British/ˈsaɪklɪst/SY-klist
- SY
- kuh
- list
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cyclist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- listKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cyclist
- American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2.
British respelling: SY-klist.
What does cyclist mean?
noun
- a person who rides a bicycle
Where does cyclist come from?
From cycle + -ist, 1882.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying cyclist
How do you pronounce cyclist?
Say SY-kuh-list. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪkəlɪst/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪklɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cyclist?
Cyclist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · kuh · list.
Is cyclist pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 3 syllables and British English 2. The British form is /ˈsaɪklɪst/ (SY-klist).