How to Pronounce Arithmetic

To pronounce "arithmetic", say ar-ithm-ET-ic — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɛɹɪθˈmɛtɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌɛɹɪθˈmɛtɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “arithmetic”

Break "arithmetic" into 4 beats and lean on "ET" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with apathetic and frenetic, if that helps it stick.

What does arithmetic mean?

noun

The mathematics of numbers (integers, rational numbers, real numbers, or complex numbers) under the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

adjective

Of, relating to, or using arithmetic; arithmetical.
“arithmetic geometry”
Of a progression, mean, etc, computed solely using addition.
“arithmetic progression”

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Words that rhyme with arithmetic

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apathetic frenetic empathetic sympathetic ascetic thick pathetic sick energetic prick aesthetic slick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arithmetic"?▾

"Arithmetic" has 4 syllables: ar · ithm · et · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "arithmetic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arithmetic" is /ˌɛɹɪθˈmɛtɪk/.

What does "arithmetic" mean?▾

Arithmetic: The mathematics of numbers (integers, rational numbers, real numbers, or complex numbers) under the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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