How to pronounce magnetic
Say it like mag-NET-ik. Magnetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NET).
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- mag
- NET
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Magnetic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- magKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- NETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of magnetic
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: mag-NET-ik.
What does magnetic mean?
- of or relating to or caused by magnetism“magnetic forces”
- having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel“the hard disk is covered with a thin coat of magnetic material”
- capable of being magnetized
Where does magnetic come from?
From magnet + -ic.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with magnetic
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Questions about saying magnetic
How do you pronounce magnetic?
Say mag-NET-ik. The American pronunciation is /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/. In British English it is /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in magnetic?
Magnetic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NET). Broken into parts: mag · NET · ik.
Is magnetic 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 /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/ (mag-NET-ik).