How to Pronounce Metaphysics

To pronounce "metaphysics", say MET-aphys-ics — 3 syllables, IPA /mɛtəˈfɪzɪks/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/mɛtəˈfɪzɪks/

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💡 Tip for remembering “metaphysics”

"metaphysics" has 3 syllables: met-aphys-ics. It rhymes with physics and astrophysics, if that helps it stick.

What does metaphysics mean?

noun

  1. The field of study of metaphysics.
  2. The metaphysical system of a particular philosopher or of a particular school of thought.

noun

  1. The branch of philosophy which studies fundamental principles intended to describe or explain all that is, and which are not themselves explained by anything more fundamental; the study of first principles; the study of being insofar as it is being (ens in quantum ens).

    “Philosophers sometimes say that metaphysics is the study of the ultimate nature of the universe.”

  2. The view or theory of a particular philosopher or school of thinkers concerning the first principles which describe or explain all that is.

    “In Aristotelian metaphysics physical objects have both form and matter.”

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Words that rhyme with metaphysics

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physicsastrophysics

Related words

idealismontologycosmologyontosophytranscendentalismtheosophyesotericsfoundationalism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "metaphysics"?▾

"Metaphysics" has 3 syllables: met · aphys · ics.

What is the IPA transcription of "metaphysics"?▾

The IPA transcription of "metaphysics" is /mɛtəˈfɪzɪks/.

What does "metaphysics" mean?▾

Metaphysics: The field of study of metaphysics.

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