How to pronounce hysterically
Say it like his-TER-ih-klee. Hysterically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TER).
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US American/ˌhɪˈstɛrɪkli/his-TER-ih-klee
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- his
- TER
- ih
- klee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hysterically pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- hisGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kleeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
What does hysterically mean?
adverb
- In a hysterical manner; showing signs of hysteria.
- With, or causing, very much laughter.
Where does hysterically come from?
From hysterical + -ly.
Words that rhyme with hysterically
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Questions about saying hysterically
How do you pronounce hysterically?
Say his-TER-ih-klee. The American pronunciation is /ˌhɪˈstɛrɪkli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hysterically?
Hysterically has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TER). Broken into parts: his · TER · ih · klee.