How to Pronounce Animus

To pronounce "animus", say AN-im-us — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.nɪ.məs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæ.nɪ.məs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “animus”

"animus" has 3 syllables: an-im-us. It rhymes with magnanimous and pusillanimous, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: animous — easy to mix up when writing.

What does animus mean?

noun

  1. The basic impulses and instincts which govern one's actions.
  2. A feeling of enmity, animosity or ill will.

Synonyms

bad blood

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Words that rhyme with animus

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magnanimouspusillanimousunanimousanimistsanimous

Related words

animosityantagonismhostileenmityhostilityresentmentbitternessanima

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "animus"?▾

"Animus" has 3 syllables: an · im · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "animus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "animus" is /ˈæ.nɪ.məs/.

What does "animus" mean?▾

Animus: The basic impulses and instincts which govern one's actions.

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