How to Pronounce “implicit”
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- American (US)
- /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/
- British (UK)
- /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/
What “implicit” means
adjective — Implied though not directly stated.
Example: There was an implicit criticism in the question.
Synonyms: implied, tacit
Antonyms: explicit
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “implicit” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ 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 "implicit" mean?
implicit (adjective): Implied though not directly stated. For example — There was an implicit criticism in the question.
How do you pronounce "implicit" in American vs British English?
Both accents use the same sequence of phonemes for "implicit", /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/, so the difference you hear is in how the vowels are coloured rather than in which sounds are used. Play both on this page to compare.
What is the IPA transcription of "implicit"?
/ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ in American English, /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "implicit"?
“implicit” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/ 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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