How to Pronounce Cynic

To pronounce "cynic", say CYNIC — one syllable, IPA /ˈsɪnɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈsɪnɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cynic”

"cynic" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with clinic and monoclinic, if that helps it stick.

What does cynic mean?

noun

  1. A person who believes that all people are motivated by selfishness.
  2. A person whose outlook is scornfully negative.

adjective

  1. Cynical (in all senses)
  2. Relating to the Dog Star.

    “the cynic, or Sothic, year; cynic cycle”

Words that rhyme with cynic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

clinicmonoclinicwinickwinnickfinnickkinnockchinnockdominikkinnick

Related words

faultfindercynicismcynicalcallousinsensitivenastyironicdiogenes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cynic"?▾

"Cynic" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "cynic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cynic" is /ˈsɪnɪk/.

What does "cynic" mean?▾

Cynic: A person who believes that all people are motivated by selfishness.

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