How to Pronounce Metallic

To pronounce "metallic", say MET-all-ic — 3 syllables, IPA /məˈtæl.ɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/məˈtæl.ɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “metallic”

"metallic" has 3 syllables: met-all-ic. It rhymes with gallic and anencephalic, if that helps it stick.

What does metallic mean?

noun

  1. A metallic color.

adjective

  1. Of, relating to or characteristic of metal.
  2. Made of or containing metal.

Synonyms

metallical

Words that rhyme with metallic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gallicanencephalicdalekaleckphallicmaliktalukbalakthallicphthalicgrallichalik

Related words

metallikemetalbronzegoldgold-bearingtinnyauriferousgilded

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "metallic"?▾

"Metallic" has 3 syllables: met · all · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "metallic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "metallic" is /məˈtæl.ɪk/.

What does "metallic" mean?▾

Metallic: A metallic color.

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