How to pronounce eclectic
Say it like ih-KLEK-tik. Eclectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLEK).
- ih
- KLEK
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eclectic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KLEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of eclectic
American and British speakers say eclectic in essentially the same way: /ɪˈklɛktɪk/ in the US and /ɛˈklɛktɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: eh-KLEK-tik.
What does eclectic mean?
- Selecting a mixture of what appears to be best of various doctrines, methods or styles.
- Unrelated and unspecialized; heterogeneous.
- Someone who selects according to the eclectic method.
Where does eclectic come from?
Cognate to elect.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- heterogeneous
- eclecticist
Words that rhyme with eclectic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of eclectic.
Questions about saying eclectic
How do you pronounce eclectic?
Say ih-KLEK-tik. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈklɛktɪk/. In British English it is /ɛˈklɛktɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eclectic?
Eclectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KLEK). Broken into parts: ih · KLEK · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say eclectic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈklɛktɪk/ and the British form is /ɛˈklɛktɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.