How to pronounce metaphysical
Say it like met-uh-FIZ-ih-kul. Metaphysical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FIZ).
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- met
- uh
- FIZ
- ih
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metaphysical pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- metGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- FIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of metaphysical
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: met-uh-FIZ-ih-kul.
What does metaphysical mean?
- Of or pertaining to metaphysics.
- Being an adherent of the philosophy of metaphysics.
- Immaterial, supersensual, beyond the physical.
Where does metaphysical come from?
From Middle English metaphisicalle, methafisical, from Medieval Latin metaphysicālis.
Questions about saying metaphysical
How do you pronounce metaphysical?
Say met-uh-FIZ-ih-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/. In British English it is /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metaphysical?
Metaphysical has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (FIZ). Broken into parts: met · uh · FIZ · ih · kul.
Is metaphysical 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 /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/ (met-uh-FIZ-ih-kul).