How to pronounce karstic
Say it like KAR-stik. Karstic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR).
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- KAR
- stik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Karstic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- stikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of karstic
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAH-stik.
What does karstic mean?
- Of or pertaining to karst.
Where does karstic come from?
From karst + -ic.
Questions about saying karstic
How do you pronounce karstic?
Say KAR-stik. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑrstɪk/. In British English it is /ˈkɑːstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in karstic?
Karstic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAR). Broken into parts: KAR · stik.
Is karstic 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 /ˈkɑːstɪk/ (KAH-stik).