How to Pronounce Energetic

To pronounce "energetic", say EN-erg-et-ic — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɛnəˈdʒɛtɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌɛnəˈdʒɛtɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “energetic”

"energetic" has 4 syllables: en-erg-et-ic. It rhymes with apathetic and frenetic, if that helps it stick.

What does energetic mean?

adjective

Possessing or pertaining to energy.
“Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space.”
Characterised by force or vigour; full of energy; lively, vigorous.
“Those kids are so energetic: they want to run around playing all day.”

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Words that rhyme with energetic

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

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "energetic"?▾

"Energetic" has 4 syllables: en · erg · et · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "energetic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "energetic" is /ˌɛnəˈdʒɛtɪk/.

What does "energetic" mean?▾

Energetic: Possessing or pertaining to energy.

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