How to pronounce rhipsalis
Say it like RIP-suh-lis. Rhipsalis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIP).
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- RIP
- suh
- lis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rhipsalis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rhipsalis
American and British speakers say rhipsalis in essentially the same way: /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/ in the US and /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/ in the UK.
British respelling: RIP-suh-lis.
What does rhipsalis mean?
- Any plant of the genus Rhipsalis, epiphytic flowering plants in the cactus family, often known as mistletoe cacti.
Questions about saying rhipsalis
How do you pronounce rhipsalis?
Say RIP-suh-lis. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/. In British English it is /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rhipsalis?
Rhipsalis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIP). Broken into parts: RIP · suh · lis.
Do Americans and Brits say rhipsalis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/ and the British form is /ˈrɪpsəlɪs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.