How to Pronounce Alexithymic

To pronounce "alexithymic", say AL-ex-ithym-ic — 4 syllables, IPA /əˌlɛksɪˈθaɪmɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/əˌlɛksɪˈθaɪmɪk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “alexithymic”

"alexithymic" has 4 syllables: al-ex-ithym-ic.

What does alexithymic mean?

noun

  1. A person who has difficulty feeling, processing or understanding emotions

adjective

  1. Pertaining to or having alexithymia.
  2. Lacking in emotion or emotional expression.

Related words

alexithymiadisaffectationathymiaathymynumbnessfeelinglessnessanhedonicaphantasic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alexithymic"?▾

"Alexithymic" has 4 syllables: al · ex · ithym · ic.

What is the IPA transcription of "alexithymic"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alexithymic" is /əˌlɛksɪˈθaɪmɪk/.

What does "alexithymic" mean?▾

Alexithymic: A person who has difficulty feeling, processing or understanding emotions

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