mistico
/ˈmis.ti.ko/masculine
The English word 'mystic' is translated into Italian as mistico, referring to someone who practices mysticism. Wiktionary also lists mistica.
Meaning: someone who practices mysticism (noun)
Ways to say it
| Italian | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| mistico | /ˈmis.ti.ko/ | masculine |
| mistica | /ˈmis.ti.ka/ | feminine |
The term is used to describe a person who practices mysticism. It can function as both a noun and an adjective.
Which one should you use?
The feminine form mistica is used when referring to a female mystic.
How does it change in a sentence?
When used as a noun, use mistico for a man and mistica for a woman. The word mistico can also function as an adjective meaning 'mystic' or 'mystical'.
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈmis.ti.ko/.
Did you know?
- In Italian culture, the term mistica is often used in the phrase la mistica del lavoro, describing a secular, almost religious devotion to one's professional duty.
- The word mistica can be used to describe the 'aura' or the internal logic of a political movement, such as la mistica del partito.
- While mistico describes a spiritual seeker, the term occultista is used for those practicing the hidden arts, and the two are rarely used interchangeably in Italian.
Examples in context
- Lui è un mistico rinomatoHe is a renowned mystic
- Ha avuto un'esperienza mistica durante la sua meditazione.She had a mystical experience during her meditation.
- Le parole del poeta hanno avuto un impatto mistico profondo sul pubblico.The poet's words had a profound mystical impact on the audience.
- Il mistico vive in isolamento.The mystic lives in isolation.
- Quel mistico scrive poesie profonde.That mystic writes profound poetry.
- È un mistico molto famoso.He is a very famous mystic.
Example conversation
Alessandro and Chiara are discussing a biography they are reading.
- AlessandroQuesto autore era un mistico molto influente.This author was a very influential mystic.
- ChiaraSì, scriveva cose molto profonde.Yes, he wrote very profound things.
- AlessandroPenso che ogni mistico cerchi l'assoluto.I think every mystic seeks the absolute.
- ChiaraÈ un'idea interessante, Alessandro.It is an interesting idea, Alessandro.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mystic” translations and entries mistico, mistica, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
