How to Pronounce Physicist

To pronounce "physicist", say PHYSIC-ist — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst/. 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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Letters

/ˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “physicist”

"physicist" has 2 syllables: physic-ist.

What does physicist mean?

noun

  1. A person whose occupation specializes in the science of physics, especially at a professional level.
  2. A believer in the theory that the fundamental phenomena of life are to be explained upon purely chemical and physical principles (opposed to vitalist).

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "physicist"?▾

"Physicist" has 2 syllables: physic · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "physicist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "physicist" is /ˈfɪz.ɪ.sɪst/.

What does "physicist" mean?▾

Physicist: A person whose occupation specializes in the science of physics, especially at a professional level.

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