How to Pronounce Anemic

To pronounce "anemic", say AN-em-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ʌˈni.mɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ʌˈni.mɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “anemic”

"anemic" has 3 syllables: an-em-ic. It rhymes with phonemic and demic, if that helps it stick.

What does anemic mean?

noun

  1. An individual who has anemia.

adjective

  1. Of, pertaining to, or suffering from anemia.
  2. (by extension) Weak; listless; lacking power, vigor, vitality, or colorfulness.

Words that rhyme with anemic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

phonemicdemichaemicbulemichypoglycemic

Related words

anaemicweakanaemiabloodlesssicklyreducedsluggishlistless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anemic"?▾

"Anemic" has 3 syllables: an · em · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "anemic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anemic" is /ʌˈni.mɪk/.

What does "anemic" mean?▾

Anemic: An individual who has anemia.

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