How to pronounce askesis
Say it like uh-SKEE-sis. Askesis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEE).
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- uh
- SKEE
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Askesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SKEESay 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 askesis
American and British speakers say askesis in essentially the same way: /əˈskisɪs/ in the US and /əˈskiːsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-SKEE-sis.
What does askesis mean?
- Alternative form of ascesis.
Words that rhyme with askesis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of askesis.
Questions about saying askesis
How do you pronounce askesis?
Say uh-SKEE-sis. The American pronunciation is /əˈskisɪs/. In British English it is /əˈskiːsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in askesis?
Askesis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SKEE). Broken into parts: uh · SKEE · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say askesis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈskisɪs/ and the British form is /əˈskiːsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.