How to pronounce dysphoric
Say it like dis-FOR-ik. Dysphoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOR).
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US American/ˌdɪsˈfɔrɪk/dis-FOR-ik
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- dis
- FOR
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dysphoric pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- disGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- FORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does dysphoric mean?
adjective
- Pertaining to dysphoria, or of being in a state of dysphoria.
- Causing dysphoria.
- A person who is experiencing dysphoria.
Where does dysphoric come from?
From dysphoria + -ic.
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Questions about saying dysphoric
How do you pronounce dysphoric?
Say dis-FOR-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɪsˈfɔrɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dysphoric?
Dysphoric has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (FOR). Broken into parts: dis · FOR · ik.