How to Pronounce Ascetic

To pronounce "ascetic", say ASC-et-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈsɛ.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/əˈsɛ.tɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ascetic”

"ascetic" has 3 syllables: asc-et-ic. It rhymes with apathetic and frenetic, if that helps it stick.

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

What does ascetic mean?

noun

One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.

adjective

Of or relating to ascetics
Characterized by rigorous self-denial or self-discipline; austere; abstinent; involving a withholding of physical pleasure.

Synonyms

abstinent ascetical

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Words that rhyme with ascetic

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apathetic frenetic empathetic sympathetic pathetic energetic aesthetic kinetic synthetic anesthetic esthetic magnetic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ascetic"?▾

"Ascetic" has 3 syllables: asc · et · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "ascetic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ascetic" is /əˈsɛ.tɪk/.

What does "ascetic" mean?▾

Ascetic: One who is devoted to the practice of self-denial, either through seclusion or stringent abstinence.

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