How to Pronounce Hysterics

To pronounce "hysterics", say HYSTER-ics — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

HYSTER-ics

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💡 Tip for remembering “hysterics”

"hysterics" has 2 syllables: hyster-ics. It rhymes with barracks and clerics, if that helps it stick.

What does hysterics mean?

noun

  1. A hysterical person.

Words that rhyme with hysterics

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

barracksclericsgenericsatmosphericsderricksferoxfrerichsfrerickskerekesmerricksseraxserex

Related words

psychoneuroticneurotichysteroepilepsyhysteromaniahysterotraumatismhysteroidhysterocatalepsy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hysterics"?▾

"Hysterics" has 2 syllables: hyster · ics.

What does "hysterics" mean?▾

Hysterics: A hysterical person.

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