“Paradigmatic” is a 5-syllable word that can be divided into 4 parts: par-a-digm-at-ic. The stress is on the third syllable, “digm.” To pronounce the word, start by saying “par” as in “park.” Next, say “a” as in “apple.” Then, say “digm” with a hard “g” sound, as in “dog.” Finally, say “at-ic” as in “automatic.”
Paradigmatic is an adjective that means “serving as a model or example.” It can also mean “characteristic of a particular group or type of thing.” The word is often used in academic and philosophical contexts.
