How to Pronounce "optimistic"
word
/ˌɑptəˈmɪstɪk/
ahp-tuh-MIS-tik
/ˌɒptɪmˈɪstɪk/
op-ti-MIS-tik
Definition
Expecting good things to happen or seeing the positive side of situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɑptəˈmɪstɪk/
British English
/ˌɒptɪmˈɪstɪk/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ahp-tuh-MIS-tik
UK
op-ti-MIS-tik
Listen in Context
She is always optimistic, even when things are difficult.
I feel optimistic about the future.
His optimistic attitude helps the team stay positive.
I'm trying to stay optimistic, even though the results aren't great yet.