How to pronounce cathexis
Say it like kuh-THEK-sis. Cathexis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THEK).
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- kuh
- THEK
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cathexis 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.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cathexis
American and British speakers say cathexis in essentially the same way: /kəˈθɛksɪs/ in the US and /kəˈθɛksɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: kuh-THEK-sis.
What does cathexis mean?
- The concentration of libido or emotional energy on a single object or idea.
Words that rhyme with cathexis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cathexis.
Questions about saying cathexis
How do you pronounce cathexis?
Say kuh-THEK-sis. The American pronunciation is /kəˈθɛksɪs/. In British English it is /kəˈθɛksɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cathexis?
Cathexis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (THEK). Broken into parts: kuh · THEK · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say cathexis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kəˈθɛksɪs/ and the British form is /kəˈθɛksɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.