How to Pronounce Hysteresis

To pronounce "hysteresis", say HYSTER-es-is — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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HYSTER-es-is

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💡 Tip for remembering “hysteresis”

"hysteresis" has 3 syllables: hyster-es-is.

What does hysteresis mean?

noun

  1. A property of a system such that an output value is not a strict function of the corresponding input, but also incorporates some lag, delay, or history dependence, and in particular when the response for a decrease in the input variable is different from the response for an increase. For example, a thermostat with a nominal setpoint of 75° might switch the controlled heat source on when the temperature drops below 74°, and off when it rises above 76°.
  2. Magnetic friction in dynamos, by which every reversal of magnetism in the iron causes dissipation of energy.

Related words

lagdelaylatencyretardationtime-lagaftereffectremanencepersistence

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How many syllables are in "hysteresis"?▾

"Hysteresis" has 3 syllables: hyster · es · is.

What does "hysteresis" mean?▾

Hysteresis: A property of a system such that an output value is not a strict function of the corresponding input, but also incorporates some lag, delay, or history dependence, and in particular when the response for a decrease in the input variable is different from the response for an increase. For example, a thermostat with a nominal setpoint of 75° might switch the controlled heat source on when the temperature drops below 74°, and off when it rises above 76°.

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