How to pronounce hypnic
Say it like HIP-nik. Hypnic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIP).
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- HIP
- nik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hypnic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hypnic
American and British speakers say hypnic in essentially the same way: /ˈhɪpnɪk/ in the US and /ˈhɪpnɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: HIP-nik.
What does hypnic mean?
- That induces sleep.
- Any sleep-inducing drug.
Where does hypnic come from?
From hypno- + -ic.
Questions about saying hypnic
How do you pronounce hypnic?
Say HIP-nik. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪpnɪk/. In British English it is /ˈhɪpnɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hypnic?
Hypnic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIP). Broken into parts: HIP · nik.
Do Americans and Brits say hypnic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɪpnɪk/ and the British form is /ˈhɪpnɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.