How to pronounce crypsis
Say it like KRIP-sis. Crypsis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIP).
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- KRIP
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Crypsis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KRIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of crypsis
American and British speakers say crypsis in essentially the same way: /ˈkrɪpsɪs/ in the US and /ˈkrɪpsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: KRIP-sis.
What does crypsis mean?
- The ability of an organism to avoid observation.
Words that rhyme with crypsis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of crypsis.
Questions about saying crypsis
How do you pronounce crypsis?
Say KRIP-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrɪpsɪs/. In British English it is /ˈkrɪpsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in crypsis?
Crypsis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KRIP). Broken into parts: KRIP · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say crypsis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkrɪpsɪs/ and the British form is /ˈkrɪpsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.