How to Pronounce "animalistic"
word
ˌæn.ə.məˈlɪs.tɪk
an-uh-muh-LIS-tik
ˌæn.ɪ.məˈlɪs.tɪk
an-ih-muh-LIS-tik
Definition
Describes something that is like an animal, especially behavior, emotions, or qualities that are wild, instinctive, or not controlled by reason.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæn.ə.məˈlɪs.tɪk
British English
ˌæn.ɪ.məˈlɪs.tɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-uh-muh-LIS-tik
UK
an-ih-muh-LIS-tik
Listen in Context
The man shouted with animalistic anger.
She danced with animalistic energy.
He gave her an animalistic look.
There was an animalistic need for food after the long hike.