How to Pronounce Idiomatic

To pronounce "idiomatic", say ID-iom-at-ic — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪdi.əˈmætɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌɪdi.əˈmætɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “idiomatic”

"idiomatic" has 4 syllables: id-iom-at-ic. It rhymes with enigmatic and pragmatic, if that helps it stick.

What does idiomatic mean?

noun

A manner of speaking, a mode of expression peculiar to a language, person, or group of people.
A language or language variety; specifically, a restricted dialect used in a given historical period, context etc.

adjective

Pertaining or conforming to the natural mode of expression of a language.
Containing or using many idioms.

Synonyms

dialect language languoid lect vernacular expression form of words locution

Antonyms

nonidiomatic unidiomatic

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Words that rhyme with idiomatic

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enigmatic pragmatic erratic ecstatic emblematic axiomatic emphatic static melodramatic dogmatic idiosyncratic autocratic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "idiomatic"?▾

"Idiomatic" has 4 syllables: id · iom · at · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "idiomatic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "idiomatic" is /ˌɪdi.əˈmætɪk/.

What does "idiomatic" mean?▾

Idiomatic: A manner of speaking, a mode of expression peculiar to a language, person, or group of people.

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