How to Pronounce Ethic

To pronounce "ethic", say ETH-ic — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛθɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɛθɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ethic”

"ethic" has 2 syllables: eth-ic.

What does ethic mean?

noun

  1. A set of principles of right and wrong behaviour guiding, or representative of, a specific culture, society, group, or individual.

    “I think the golden rule is a great ethic.”

  2. The morality of an action.

adjective

  1. Moral, relating to morals.

Related words

value-systemmoralmoralityethosmoresdeontologyethical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ethic"?▾

"Ethic" has 2 syllables: eth · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "ethic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ethic" is /ˈɛθɪk/.

What does "ethic" mean?▾

Ethic: A set of principles of right and wrong behaviour guiding, or representative of, a specific culture, society, group, or individual.

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