How to pronounce cathectic
Say it like kuh-THEK-tik. Cathectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THEK).
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- kuh
- THEK
- tik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cathectic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cathectic
American and British speakers say cathectic in essentially the same way: /kəˈθɛktɪk/ in the US and /kəˈθɛktɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: kuh-THEK-tik.
What does cathectic mean?
- Of or pertaining to a connection that is charged with emotional energy.
Words that rhyme with cathectic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cathectic.
Questions about saying cathectic
How do you pronounce cathectic?
Say kuh-THEK-tik. The American pronunciation is /kəˈθɛktɪk/. In British English it is /kəˈθɛktɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cathectic?
Cathectic has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THEK). Broken into parts: kuh · THEK · tik.
Do Americans and Brits say cathectic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kəˈθɛktɪk/ and the British form is /kəˈθɛktɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.