How to Pronounce "metaphysical"
word
ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəɫ
meh-tuh-FIZ-ih-kuhl
mˌɛtəfˈɪzɪkəl
meh-tuh-FIZ-ih-kuhl
Definition
Related to the branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of reality and existence beyond the physical world. Sometimes used more generally to describe things that are abstract, spiritual, or not concrete.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəɫ
British English
mˌɛtəfˈɪzɪkəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
meh-tuh-FIZ-ih-kuhl
UK
meh-tuh-FIZ-ih-kuhl
Listen in Context
The professor explained a metaphysical theory about reality.
Some poets write about metaphysical topics like the soul.
Philosophers often discuss metaphysical questions about existence.
She’s always interested in metaphysical ideas, like whether time is real or just an illusion.