How to Pronounce Autistic

To pronounce "autistic", say AUT-ist-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /ɔːˈtɪs.tɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

autistic

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɔːˈtɪs.tɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “autistic”

"autistic" has 3 syllables: aut-ist-ic. It rhymes with altruistic and narcissistic, if that helps it stick.

What does autistic mean?

noun

  1. A person who has autism.

adjective

  1. Having autism, or pertaining to autism.
  2. (and medically obsolete) Socially inept, self-absorbed, or stupid.

Synonyms

autiston the spectrum

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Words that rhyme with autistic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruisticnarcissisticcharacteristicoptimisticantagonisticsadisticheuristicholisticartisticrealistichedonisticopportunistic

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "autistic"?▾

"Autistic" has 3 syllables: aut · ist · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "autistic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "autistic" is /ɔːˈtɪs.tɪk/.

What does "autistic" mean?▾

Autistic: A person who has autism.

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