How to pronounce anamnesis
Say it like an-am-NEE-sis. Anamnesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NEE).
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- an
- am
- NEE
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Anamnesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- anGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- amKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- NEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of anamnesis
American and British speakers say anamnesis in essentially the same way: /ˌænæmˈnisɪs/ in the US and /ˌænæmˈniːsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: an-am-NEE-sis.
What does anamnesis mean?
- The ability to recall past events; recollection.
- The remembrance and celebration of God’s works by the liturgy of the church.
- A patient's account of their medical history.
Words that rhyme with anamnesis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of anamnesis.
Questions about saying anamnesis
How do you pronounce anamnesis?
Say an-am-NEE-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˌænæmˈnisɪs/. In British English it is /ˌænæmˈniːsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in anamnesis?
Anamnesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NEE). Broken into parts: an · am · NEE · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say anamnesis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌænæmˈnisɪs/ and the British form is /ˌænæmˈniːsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.