How to pronounce realistic
Say it like ree-uh-LIS-tik. Realistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS).
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- ree
- uh
- LIS
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Realistic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LISSay 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 realistic
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3.
British respelling: reer-LIS-tik.
What does realistic mean?
- aware or expressing awareness of things as they really are“a realistic description”“a realistic view of the possibilities”
- representing what is real; not abstract or ideal“realistic portraiture”“a realistic novel”
- of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of realism“a realistic system of thought”
Where does realistic come from?
From realist + -ic.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with realistic
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Questions about saying realistic
How do you pronounce realistic?
Say ree-uh-LIS-tik. The American pronunciation is /ˌriəˈlɪstɪk/. In British English it is /ˌrɪəˈlɪstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in realistic?
Realistic has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LIS). Broken into parts: ree · uh · LIS · tik.
Is realistic pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 3. The British form is /ˌrɪəˈlɪstɪk/ (reer-LIS-tik).