How to pronounce mimesis
Say it like mih-MEE-sis. Mimesis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEE).
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- mih
- MEE
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mimesis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- mihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- MEESay 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 mimesis
American and British speakers say mimesis in essentially the same way: /mɪˈmisɪs/ in the US and /mɪˈmiːsɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: mih-MEE-sis.
What does mimesis mean?
- The representation of aspects of the real world, especially human actions, in literature and art.
- Mimicry.
- The appearance of symptoms of a disease not actually present.
Words that rhyme with mimesis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mimesis.
Questions about saying mimesis
How do you pronounce mimesis?
Say mih-MEE-sis. The American pronunciation is /mɪˈmisɪs/. In British English it is /mɪˈmiːsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mimesis?
Mimesis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEE). Broken into parts: mih · MEE · sis.
Do Americans and Brits say mimesis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /mɪˈmisɪs/ and the British form is /mɪˈmiːsɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.