How to Pronounce Machinist

To pronounce "machinist", say MACH-in-ist — 3 syllables, IPA /mə.ˈʃi.nɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/mə.ˈʃi.nɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “machinist”

"machinist" has 3 syllables: mach-in-ist. It rhymes with greenest and plenist, if that helps it stick.

What does machinist mean?

noun

  1. A constructor of machines and engines; one versed in the principles of machines.
  2. One skilled in the use of machine tools for fashioning metal parts or tools out of metal.

Synonyms

operator

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Words that rhyme with machinist

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greenestplenisthygienistcleanestmeanestleanestkeenestkienast

Related words

mechanicengineermotormanmechanicianmechanistmechanizermachinermachineman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "machinist"?▾

"Machinist" has 3 syllables: mach · in · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "machinist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "machinist" is /mə.ˈʃi.nɪst/.

What does "machinist" mean?▾

Machinist: A constructor of machines and engines; one versed in the principles of machines.

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