How to pronounce theosis
Say it like thee-OH-sis. Theosis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OH).
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- thee
- OH
- sis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theosis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- theeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- sisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of theosis
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: thee-OH-sis.
What does theosis mean?
- The likeness to or union with God; deification.
- The process of attaining this state of union with God.
Words that rhyme with theosis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of theosis.
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- apoptosis
- osteoporosis
- necrosis
- thrombosis
- stenosis
- osmosis
- atherosclerosis
- endometriosis
- symbiosis
Questions about saying theosis
How do you pronounce theosis?
Say thee-OH-sis. The American pronunciation is /θiˈoʊsɪs/. In British English it is /θiːˈəʊsɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theosis?
Theosis has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (OH). Broken into parts: thee · OH · sis.
Is theosis pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /θiːˈəʊsɪs/ (thee-OH-sis).