How to Pronounce "ist"
word
ɪst
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ɪst
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Definition
'Ist' is not an English word; it is the German equivalent of 'is' in English, used as the third person singular form of the verb 'to be'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪst
British English
ɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The word 'ist' means 'is' in German.
'Ist' does not exist in English grammar.
Students often confuse 'ist' with 'is' when learning English and German.
You'll sometimes see 'ist' in English texts about German philosophy.