How to Pronounce Analepsis

To pronounce "analepsis", say AN-al-eps-is — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

AN-al-eps-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “analepsis”

"analepsis" has 4 syllables: an-al-eps-is.

What does analepsis mean?

noun

  1. A form of flashback in which earlier parts of a narrative are related to others that have already been narrated
  2. Recovery of strength after sickness.

Related words

flashbackforetaleafterwardsnessafterstorybackfillflashforwardprolepsisbackshadowing

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How many syllables are in "analepsis"?▾

"Analepsis" has 4 syllables: an · al · eps · is.

What does "analepsis" mean?▾

Analepsis: A form of flashback in which earlier parts of a narrative are related to others that have already been narrated

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