How to pronounce fatalistic
Say it like fay-tuh-LIS-tik. Fatalistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS).
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- fay
- tuh
- LIS
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fatalistic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- fayKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of fatalistic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: fay-tuh-LIS-tik.
What does fatalistic mean?
- Of or pertaining to fatalism.
- Submissive to fate.
Where does fatalistic come from?
From fatalist + -ic.
Words that rhyme with fatalistic
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Questions about saying fatalistic
How do you pronounce fatalistic?
Say fay-tuh-LIS-tik. The American pronunciation is /feɪtəˈlɪstɪk/. In British English it is /feɪtəˈlɪstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fatalistic?
Fatalistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS). Broken into parts: fay · tuh · LIS · tik.
Is fatalistic 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 /feɪtəˈlɪstɪk/ (fay-tuh-LIS-tik).