How to pronounce enigmatist
Say it like en-ig-MAT-ist. Enigmatist has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT).
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- en
- ig
- MAT
- ist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Enigmatist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- enGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- igKeep 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.
- istKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of enigmatist
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: en-ig-MAT-ist.
What does enigmatist mean?
- One who indulges in enigmas, especially one who often makes such enigmas.
Where does enigmatist come from?
From enigmata (“plural of enigma”) + -ist.
Questions about saying enigmatist
How do you pronounce enigmatist?
Say en-ig-MAT-ist. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪst/. In British English it is /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in enigmatist?
Enigmatist has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (MAT). Broken into parts: en · ig · MAT · ist.
Is enigmatist 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 /ˌɛnɪɡˈmætɪst/ (en-ig-MAT-ist).