How to pronounce formalist
Say it like FOR-muh-list. Formalist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR).
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- FOR
- muh
- list
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Formalist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- listGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of formalist
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FAW-muh-list.
What does formalist mean?
- An overly formal person, especially one who adheres to current forms; a stickler
- An advocate of formalism
- Of or pertaining to formalism; formalistic
Where does formalist come from?
From formal + -ist.
Questions about saying formalist
How do you pronounce formalist?
Say FOR-muh-list. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɔrməˌlɪst/. In British English it is /ˈfɔːməˌlɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in formalist?
Formalist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FOR). Broken into parts: FOR · muh · list.
Is formalist pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈfɔːməˌlɪst/ (FAW-muh-list).