To pronounce "theorist", say THEOR-ist — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθiːəɹəst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈθiːəɹəst/
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"theorist" has 2 syllables: theor-ist.
noun
"Theorist" has 2 syllables: theor · ist.
The IPA transcription of "theorist" is /ˈθiːəɹəst/.
Theorist: Someone who constructs theories, especially in the arts or sciences.
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