How to Pronounce Gothic

To pronounce "gothic", say GOTH-ic — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

GOTH-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “gothic”

"gothic" has 2 syllables: goth-ic. It rhymes with spathic and sothic, if that helps it stick.

What does gothic mean?

adjective

  1. Of or relating to the Goths or their language.
  2. Barbarous, rude, unpolished, belonging to the “Dark Ages”, medieval as opposed to classical.

Synonyms

Gothishbarbarousmedievalrudeunpolishedgoth

Antonyms

classical

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Words that rhyme with gothic

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spathicsothic

Related words

medievalmediaevalnonmodernstrangeunusualruskiniangothhard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gothic"?▾

"Gothic" has 2 syllables: goth · ic.

What does "gothic" mean?▾

Gothic: Of or relating to the Goths or their language.

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