How to pronounce lysis
Say it like LY-sis. Lysis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY).
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- LY
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lysis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lysis
American and British speakers say lysis in essentially the same way: /ˈlaɪsɪs/ in the US and /ˈlaɪsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: LY-sis.
What does lysis mean?
- A plinth or step above the cornice of the podium in an ancient temple.
- The breakdown of molecules into constituent molecules.
- The disintegration or destruction of cells.
Words that rhyme with lysis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lysis.
Questions about saying lysis
How do you pronounce lysis?
Say LY-sis. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaɪsɪs/. In British English it is /ˈlaɪsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lysis?
Lysis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LY). Broken into parts: LY · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say lysis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈlaɪsɪs/ and the British form is /ˈlaɪsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.