How to Pronounce Sophisticated

To pronounce "sophisticated", say SOPH-ist-ic-at-ed — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

SOPH-ist-ic-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “sophisticated”

"sophisticated" has 5 syllables: soph-ist-ic-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does sophisticated mean?

verb

To make less natural or innocent.
To practice sophistry; change the meaning of, or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive.

adjective

Having obtained worldly experience, and lacking naiveté; cosmopolitan.
Elegant, refined.

Synonyms

refined worldly

Antonyms

provincial

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Words that rhyme with sophisticated

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elated exasperated agitated infatuated aggravated inundated irritated antiquated reiterated incapacitated captivated sated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sophisticated"?▾

"Sophisticated" has 5 syllables: soph · ist · ic · at · ed.

What does "sophisticated" mean?▾

Sophisticated: To make less natural or innocent.

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