How to Pronounce Metaphysical

To pronounce "metaphysical", say MET-aphys-ic-al — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “metaphysical”

"metaphysical" has 4 syllables: met-aphys-ic-al. It rhymes with quizzical and physical, if that helps it stick.

What does metaphysical mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to metaphysics.
  2. Being an adherent of the philosophy of metaphysics.

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Words that rhyme with metaphysical

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quizzicalphysicalgeophysical

Related words

theoretictheoreticalsupernaturalphilosophicalabstractspiritualtranscendentalotherworldly

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "metaphysical"?▾

"Metaphysical" has 4 syllables: met · aphys · ic · al.

What is the IPA transcription of "metaphysical"?▾

The IPA transcription of "metaphysical" is /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/.

What does "metaphysical" mean?▾

Metaphysical: Of or pertaining to metaphysics.

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