How to Pronounce Philanthropic

To pronounce "philanthropic", say PHIL-anthr-op-ic — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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PHIL-anthr-op-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “philanthropic”

"philanthropic" has 4 syllables: phil-anthr-op-ic. It rhymes with myopic and topic, if that helps it stick.

What does philanthropic mean?

adjective

Of or pertaining to philanthropy; characterized by philanthropy; loving or helping mankind
“a philanthropic enterprise”

Synonyms

altruistic benevolent bighearted charitable generous giving goodhearted humanitarian

Antonyms

hateful mean misanthropic nasty

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Words that rhyme with philanthropic

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myopic topic isentropic microscopic telescopic endoscopic hydropic kopeck isotopic gyroscopic geotropic laparoscopic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "philanthropic"?▾

"Philanthropic" has 4 syllables: phil · anthr · op · ic.

What does "philanthropic" mean?▾

Philanthropic: Of or pertaining to philanthropy; characterized by philanthropy; loving or helping mankind

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