How to Pronounce “aesthetic”
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- American (US)
- /esˈθetɪk/
- British (UK)
- /iːsˈθetɪk/
What “aesthetic” means
noun — A set of principles about beauty and taste, or the look and feel of something.
Example: The whole studio shares one clean aesthetic.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “aesthetic” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /esˈθetɪk/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "aesthetic" mean?
aesthetic (noun): A set of principles about beauty and taste, or the look and feel of something. For example — The whole studio shares one clean aesthetic.
How do you pronounce "aesthetic" in American vs British English?
American English: /esˈθetɪk/. British English: /iːsˈθetɪk/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "aesthetic"?
/esˈθetɪk/ in American English, /iːsˈθetɪk/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "aesthetic"?
“aesthetic” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /esˈθetɪk/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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