How to Pronounce Linguist

To pronounce "linguist", say LING-uist — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈliŋɡwɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈliŋɡwɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “linguist”

"linguist" has 2 syllables: ling-uist.

What does linguist mean?

noun

  1. One who studies linguistics.
  2. A person skilled in languages.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "linguist"?▾

"Linguist" has 2 syllables: ling · uist.

What is the IPA transcription of "linguist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "linguist" is /ˈliŋɡwɪst/.

What does "linguist" mean?▾

Linguist: One who studies linguistics.

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