How to pronounce theistic
Say it like thee-IS-tik. Theistic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (IS).
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- thee
- IS
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theistic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- theeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ISSay 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 theistic
American and British speakers say theistic in essentially the same way: /θiˈɪstɪk/ in the US and /θiˈɪstɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: thee-IS-tik.
What does theistic mean?
- Of or relating to theism.
Where does theistic come from?
From Ancient Greek.
Words that rhyme with theistic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of theistic.
Questions about saying theistic
How do you pronounce theistic?
Say thee-IS-tik. The American pronunciation is /θiˈɪstɪk/. In British English it is /θiˈɪstɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theistic?
Theistic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (IS). Broken into parts: thee · IS · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say theistic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /θiˈɪstɪk/ and the British form is /θiˈɪstɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.