How to pronounce ectasis
Say it like EK-tuh-sis. Ectasis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- tuh
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ectasis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ectasis
American and British speakers say ectasis in essentially the same way: /ˈɛktəsɪs/ in the US and /ˈɛktəsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-tuh-sis.
What does ectasis mean?
- The dilation or distention of a hollow or tubular part of the body, typically due to disease or injury.
- The lengthening of a syllable from short to long.
Questions about saying ectasis
How do you pronounce ectasis?
Say EK-tuh-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛktəsɪs/. In British English it is /ˈɛktəsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ectasis?
Ectasis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · tuh · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say ectasis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛktəsɪs/ and the British form is /ˈɛktəsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.