How to Pronounce Cysts

To pronounce "cysts", say CYSTS — one syllable, IPA /sɪsts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/sɪsts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “cysts”

"cysts" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with persists and enlists, if that helps it stick.

What does cysts mean?

noun

  1. A pouch or sac without opening, usually membranous and containing morbid matter, which develops in one of the natural cavities or in the substance of an organ.
  2. Of or pertaining to the urinary bladder or gall bladder (in compounds).

Words that rhyme with cysts

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

persistsenlistswriststwistsexistsfistsresistsinsistslistsmistsassistsrecidivists

Related words

vesicleoocystsbladderscapsulesnoduleslumpssacsvesicles

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cysts"?▾

"Cysts" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "cysts"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cysts" is /sɪsts/.

What does "cysts" mean?▾

Cysts: A pouch or sac without opening, usually membranous and containing morbid matter, which develops in one of the natural cavities or in the substance of an organ.

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