How to pronounce purist
Say it like PYUUR-ist. Purist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PYUUR).
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- PYUUR
- ist
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Purist pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PYUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- istKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of purist
American and British speakers say purist in essentially the same way: /ˈpjʊrɪst/ in the US and /ˈpjʊərɪst/ in the UK.
British respelling: PYOOR-ist.
What does purist mean?
- Of or pertaining to purism.
- An advocate of purism.
Where does purist come from?
Borrowed from French puriste.
Questions about saying purist
How do you pronounce purist?
Say PYUUR-ist. The American pronunciation is /ˈpjʊrɪst/. In British English it is /ˈpjʊərɪst/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in purist?
Purist has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PYUUR). Broken into parts: PYUUR · ist.
Do Americans and Brits say purist the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpjʊrɪst/ and the British form is /ˈpjʊərɪst/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.