How to pronounce hypercathexis
Say it like hy-per-kuh-THEK-sis. Hypercathexis has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (THEK).
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- hy
- per
- kuh
- THEK
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hypercathexis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- hyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- THEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hypercathexis
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: hy-puh-kuh-THEK-sis.
What does hypercathexis mean?
- An excessive concentration of mental energy on an object or person.
Where does hypercathexis come from?
From hyper- + cathexis.
Words that rhyme with hypercathexis
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Questions about saying hypercathexis
How do you pronounce hypercathexis?
Say hy-per-kuh-THEK-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˌhaɪpɚkəˈθɛksɪs/. In British English it is /ˌhaɪpəkəˈθɛksɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hypercathexis?
Hypercathexis has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (THEK). Broken into parts: hy · per · kuh · THEK · sis.
Is hypercathexis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌhaɪpəkəˈθɛksɪs/ (hy-puh-kuh-THEK-sis).