How to pronounce impolitic
Say it like im-paw-LIT-ik. Impolitic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIT).
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- im
- paw
- LIT
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Impolitic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- imGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- pawKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- LITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ikGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of impolitic
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 3, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
British respelling: im-POL-ih-tik.
What does impolitic mean?
- Not in accordance with good policy.
Where does impolitic come from?
From im- + politic.
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Questions about saying impolitic
How do you pronounce impolitic?
Say im-paw-LIT-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪmpɔˈlɪˌtɪk/. In British English it is /ɪmˈpɒlɪtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in impolitic?
Impolitic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIT). Broken into parts: im · paw · LIT · ik.
Is impolitic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 3, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /ɪmˈpɒlɪtɪk/ (im-POL-ih-tik).