How to pronounce epiclesis
Say it like ep-ih-KLEE-sis. Epiclesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KLEE).
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- ep
- ih
- KLEE
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epiclesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- epKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KLEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of epiclesis
American and British speakers say epiclesis in essentially the same way: /ɛpɪˈklisɪs/ in the US and /ɛpɪˈkliːsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: ep-ih-KLEE-sis.
What does epiclesis mean?
- A prayer invoking the Holy Spirit, especially one offered in the liturgical context of the Eucharist so as to change the elements of bread and wine into the body and blood of Jesus.
- A particular appearance or aspect of a deity.
Words that rhyme with epiclesis
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Questions about saying epiclesis
How do you pronounce epiclesis?
Say ep-ih-KLEE-sis. The American pronunciation is /ɛpɪˈklisɪs/. In British English it is /ɛpɪˈkliːsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epiclesis?
Epiclesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KLEE). Broken into parts: ep · ih · KLEE · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say epiclesis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛpɪˈklisɪs/ and the British form is /ɛpɪˈkliːsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.