How to pronounce monistic
Say it like mo-NIS-tik. Monistic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NIS).
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- mo
- NIS
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Monistic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- moKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- NISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of monistic
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: mo-NIS-tik.
What does monistic mean?
- Of or pertaining to monism; characterized by one single principle, being or force.
Where does monistic come from?
From monist + -ic.
Words that rhyme with monistic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of monistic.
Questions about saying monistic
How do you pronounce monistic?
Say mo-NIS-tik. The American pronunciation is /mɑˈnɪstɪk/. In British English it is /mɒˈnɪstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in monistic?
Monistic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NIS). Broken into parts: mo · NIS · tik.
Is monistic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /mɒˈnɪstɪk/ (mo-NIS-tik).