American English

How to pronounce futuristic

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fyoocherIHStihk

/ˌfju.ʧɚˈɪs.tɪk̚/

4 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

Designed or made to look as if it comes from the future.

What to listen for

In “futuristic,” the strongest beat is on the third syllable, “ris”: ˌfju.ʧɚˈɪs.tɪk̚. Keep the first two syllables lighter.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Designed or made to look as if it comes from the future.

The new building has a futuristic design.

Common phrases & grammar

futuristic design · futuristic technology