How to pronounce hypnotist
Say it like HIP-nuh-tist. Hypnotist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIP).
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- HIP
- nuh
- tist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hypnotist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- tistKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hypnotist
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: HIP-nuh-tist.
What does hypnotist mean?
- A person who uses hypnotism to induce hypnosis in someone, either for entertainment or therapy.
Where does hypnotist come from?
From hypnotize + -ist.
Questions about saying hypnotist
How do you pronounce hypnotist?
Say HIP-nuh-tist. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪpnətɪst/. In British English it is /ˈhɪpnətɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hypnotist?
Hypnotist has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIP). Broken into parts: HIP · nuh · tist.
Is hypnotist 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 /ˈhɪpnətɪst/ (HIP-nuh-tist).