How to pronounce cister
Say it like SIS-ter. Cister has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIS).
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- SIS
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cister pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cister
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SIS-tuh.
What does cister mean?
- A cisgender woman, especially one that is part of a community that includes trans women.“Support all your sisters, not just your cisters!”
Where does cister come from?
Blend of cis (“cisgender”) + sister.
Words that rhyme with cister
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cister.
Words that sound like cister
Questions about saying cister
How do you pronounce cister?
Say SIS-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cister?
Cister has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIS). Broken into parts: SIS · ter.
Is cister pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈsɪstə/ (SIS-tuh).
What words sound the same as cister?
Cister sounds the same as sister, sr in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.