How to Pronounce Hysteria

To pronounce "hysteria", say HYSTER-ia — 2 syllables, IPA /hɨˈstɛɹijə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/hɨˈstɛɹijə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hysteria”

"hysteria" has 2 syllables: hyster-ia. It rhymes with area and malaria, if that helps it stick.

What does hysteria mean?

noun

  1. A condition where the patient has neurological symptoms such as numbness, blindness, paralysis, or fits, but without any neurological explanation.

noun

  1. Behavior exhibiting excessive or uncontrollable emotion, such as fear or panic.
  2. A mental disorder characterized by emotional excitability etc. without an organic cause.

Synonyms

hysteriafemale hysteriauterine melancholy

Words that rhyme with hysteria

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

areamalariaferiasanteria

Related words

frenzyfurycrazedeliriumpsychosisuproaragitationmania

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hysteria"?▾

"Hysteria" has 2 syllables: hyster · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "hysteria"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hysteria" is /hɨˈstɛɹijə/.

What does "hysteria" mean?▾

Hysteria: A condition where the patient has neurological symptoms such as numbness, blindness, paralysis, or fits, but without any neurological explanation.

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