How to pronounce abiosis
Say it like ay-by-OH-sis. Abiosis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (OH).
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- ay
- by
- OH
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abiosis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- byKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of abiosis
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ay-by-OH-sis.
What does abiosis mean?
- The absence of life.
- The temporary cessation of biological processes.
- Necrosis, especially that which occurs at the single cell level.
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Words that rhyme with abiosis
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Questions about saying abiosis
How do you pronounce abiosis?
Say ay-by-OH-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˌeɪbaɪˈoʊsɪs/. In British English it is /ˌeɪbaɪˈəʊsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abiosis?
Abiosis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (OH). Broken into parts: ay · by · OH · sis.
Is abiosis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌeɪbaɪˈəʊsɪs/ (ay-by-OH-sis).