How to Pronounce “ethos”

American (US)

/ˈiːθɑːs/

British (UK)

/ˈiːθɒs/

noun — The characteristic spirit or guiding beliefs of a group.

Example: The company's ethos is stated in a single sentence.

Synonyms: character, spirit

Where the stress falls. “ethos” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈiːθɑːs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

What does "ethos" mean?

ethos (noun): The characteristic spirit or guiding beliefs of a group. For example — The company's ethos is stated in a single sentence.

How do you pronounce "ethos" in American vs British English?

American English: /ˈiːθɑːs/. British English: /ˈiːθɒs/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.

What is the IPA transcription of "ethos"?

/ˈiːθɑːs/ in American English, /ˈiːθɒs/ in British English.

Which syllable is stressed in "ethos"?

“ethos” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈiːθɑːs/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.

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