How to Pronounce Metempsychosis

To pronounce "metempsychosis", say MET-empsych-os-is — 4 syllables, IPA /mɛtəmsʌɪˈkəʊsɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

14

Letters

/mɛtəmsʌɪˈkəʊsɪs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “metempsychosis”

"metempsychosis" has 4 syllables: met-empsych-os-is.

What does metempsychosis mean?

noun

  1. Transmigration of the soul, especially its reincarnation after death.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "metempsychosis"?▾

"Metempsychosis" has 4 syllables: met · empsych · os · is.

What is the IPA transcription of "metempsychosis"?▾

The IPA transcription of "metempsychosis" is /mɛtəmsʌɪˈkəʊsɪs/.

What does "metempsychosis" mean?▾

Metempsychosis: Transmigration of the soul, especially its reincarnation after death.

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