How to pronounce ekstasis
Say it like EK-stuh-sis. Ekstasis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
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- EK
- stuh
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ekstasis 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.
- stuhKeep 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 ekstasis
American and British speakers say ekstasis in essentially the same way: /ˈɛkstəsɪs/ in the US and /ˈɛkstəsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: EK-stuh-sis.
What does ekstasis mean?
- The state of being beside oneself or rapt out of oneself.
Questions about saying ekstasis
How do you pronounce ekstasis?
Say EK-stuh-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛkstəsɪs/. In British English it is /ˈɛkstəsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ekstasis?
Ekstasis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · stuh · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say ekstasis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛkstəsɪs/ and the British form is /ˈɛkstəsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.