How to pronounce epithesis
Say it like ep-ih-THEE-sis. Epithesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THEE).
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- ep
- ih
- THEE
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epithesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- epGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- THEESay 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 epithesis
American and British speakers say epithesis in essentially the same way: /ˌɛpɪˈθisɪs/ in the US and /ˌɛpɪˈθiːsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: ep-ih-THEE-sis.
What does epithesis mean?
- The addition of a letter or sound at the end of a word, without changing its meaning.
- The surgical correction of deformity or of crooked limbs.
- A splint or other appliance to be worn.
Words that rhyme with epithesis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of epithesis.
Questions about saying epithesis
How do you pronounce epithesis?
Say ep-ih-THEE-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛpɪˈθisɪs/. In British English it is /ˌɛpɪˈθiːsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epithesis?
Epithesis has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (THEE). Broken into parts: ep · ih · THEE · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say epithesis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɛpɪˈθisɪs/ and the British form is /ˌɛpɪˈθiːsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.