How to Pronounce Problematic

To pronounce "problematic", say PROBL-em-at-ic — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌpɹɒbləˈmætɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌpɹɒbləˈmætɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “problematic”

"problematic" has 4 syllables: probl-em-at-ic. It rhymes with enigmatic and pragmatic, if that helps it stick.

What does problematic mean?

noun

  1. (chiefly in the plural) A problem or difficulty in a particular field of study.

adjective

  1. Posing a problem; having or suffering from problem(s):
  2. Only affirming the possibility that a predicate be actualised.

Synonyms

controversialdoubtfuldubiousquestionableuncertaincomplexcomplicateddifficult

Antonyms

unproblematic

Words that rhyme with problematic

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enigmaticpragmaticerraticecstaticemblematicaxiomaticemphaticstaticmelodramaticdogmaticidiosyncraticautocratic

Related words

difficultbafflinghardproblematicalquestionabledebatableknottyproblem

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "problematic"?▾

"Problematic" has 4 syllables: probl · em · at · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "problematic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "problematic" is /ˌpɹɒbləˈmætɪk/.

What does "problematic" mean?▾

Problematic: (chiefly in the plural) A problem or difficulty in a particular field of study.

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