How to Pronounce Capitalist

To pronounce "capitalist", say CAP-it-al-ist — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

CAP-it-al-ist

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💡 Tip for remembering “capitalist”

"capitalist" has 4 syllables: cap-it-al-ist.

What does capitalist mean?

noun

  1. A person who is a supporter of capitalism.
  2. The owner of a considerable amount of capital; a wealthy person.

adjective

  1. Of, or pertaining to, capitalism.

    “capitalist countries”

  2. Supporting or endorsing capitalism.

    “capitalist warriors”

Synonyms

businessmancaptain of industryfinanciermagnatetycooneconomic liberalliberalcapitalistic

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Related words

capitalisticbourgeoisindividualisticcompetitivelaissez-fairefree-enterpriseprivate-enterprisecapitalism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "capitalist"?▾

"Capitalist" has 4 syllables: cap · it · al · ist.

What does "capitalist" mean?▾

Capitalist: A person who is a supporter of capitalism.

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