Learn How to Pronounce nihilist
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
nihilist
Definition:
(nou) someone who rejects all theories of morality or religious belief (nou) an advocate of anarchism
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnaɪɪlɪst
Examples:
That is not existential or nihilist in the least.
Vonnegut was a nihilist, not a misanthrope.
I saw it in the nihilist movement in Russia.
Learn more about:nihilist
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: nihilist
Learn Individual Sounds
Break nihilist down into individual sounds such as ˈnaɪɪlɪst. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say nihilist in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say nihilist in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with nihilist.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of nihilist pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "nih-ˈilist." The correct pronunciation is "ˈnaɪ.ə.lɪst" with stress on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "na" sound.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce "nihilist" with a short "i" sound, saying "ˈnɪh.ɪ.list." The correct pronunciation features a diphthong "ai" as in "buy." Tip: Practice saying "naɪ" to get the right vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing the "h": A common mistake is to drop the "h" sound, saying "nai-list." The correct pronunciation includes the "h" sound, making it "ˈnaɪ.ə.lɪst." Tip: Focus on the "h" to ensure clarity in speech.
- Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, leading to "nihilist" sounding like "ˈnaɪ.lɪst." The correct form has a schwa, pronounced as "ə." Tip: Practice the "ə" sound to enhance fluidity.
- Final "t" sound: Learners may soften the final "t," pronouncing it as "nihilis." The correct pronunciation is "ˈnaɪ.ə.lɪst," with a clear "t" sound. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" at the end for proper pronunciation.